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Europe's US-backed conservative movement, exemplified by CPAC gatherings in Poland and Hungary, is aiming to mainstream nationalist and anti-globalist ideologies, with leaders like Viktor Orban promoting traditional values and opposing EU policies, amid political contests and internal challenges.
Donald Trump met with Argentina's President Javier Milei in Florida ahead of a conservative investment summit, marking Milei as the first foreign leader to meet Trump since his recent US presidential election victory. The meeting took place at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort, where Milei praised Trump and expressed hopes for a future free trade agreement between Argentina and the US. Both leaders are set to attend the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) Investor Summit, highlighting their shared conservative values and potential collaboration.
Donald Trump claimed victory in the South Carolina GOP primary, delivering a rambling speech where he told Joe Biden "You're fired" and compared himself to Al Capone. He also referred to his wife Melania as "Mercedes" and made ominous remarks about migrants and Biden's potential second term. Additionally, an RNC member is trying to stop the party from paying Trump’s legal bills, and Trump claimed he is a "proud political dissident" while making controversial statements at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC).
Donald Trump boasted at CPAC about not resigning despite facing multiple indictments and felony charges, claiming his innocence and falsely alleging voter fraud in California. He faces 91 felony counts in Georgia, Washington DC, and Florida, as well as civil cases, while maintaining his absolute innocence. Trump's speech was filled with falsehoods, including debunked claims about US casualties in Afghanistan and voter fraud in California, as he continues to face legal challenges related to his efforts to overturn the 2020 election.
Speculation over Trump's potential running mate is mounting as contenders pitch the base at CPAC, with the event serving as a tryout for potential VP candidates. The contenders, including Byron Donalds, Kari Lake, Kristi Noem, Vivek Ramaswamy, Elise Stefanik, and JD Vance, used the platform to test different messages to Trump's loyal supporters. CPAC also included a straw poll on attendees' preferred VP choice, with Noem and Ramaswamy tied at 15%. However, the ultimate decision rests with Trump, who is expected to keep his cards close until the GOP convention.
CPAC attendees were split between Vivek Ramaswamy and Kristi Noem as their top pick for Donald Trump's vice president in a straw poll, with both receiving 15% support. Former President Trump is expected to easily secure the GOP presidential nomination for the third time. Other contenders in the straw poll included Tulsi Gabbard, Tim Scott, and Elise Stefanik. Trump won the CPAC straw poll for the presidency by a wide margin. The next Republican presidential nominating contest is set to take place in Michigan on Feb. 27, with Trump's team anticipating he will secure the needed delegates next month.
Many attendees at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) expressed eagerness for Donald Trump's promised "retribution" if he is reelected, advocating for mass firings in the federal government and payback against President Joe Biden, while also calling for the political exile of Trump's detractors within the GOP. Some attendees believed Trump would prioritize policy but were supportive of targeting Biden and his family over unproven claims of wrongdoing. The conference also showcased a lack of tolerance for Republicans who opposed Trump, with attendees expressing disdain for figures like Nikki Haley, Chris Christie, and Mike Pence. The tone of the conference reflected a shift towards unwavering loyalty to Trump, with some attendees expressing a desire for Trump to focus on the country's issues rather than seeking revenge.
Argentine President Javier Milei, a right-wing populist and Trump supporter, embraced Donald Trump at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) and echoed popular Trump themes on migration and socialism. Milei's appearance at CPAC followed a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, despite alleged discouragement from the U.S. ambassador in Buenos Aires. Milei urged the CPAC crowd to oppose socialism and regulation of the economy, while also condemning abortion access as a "murderous agenda."
At the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), Gov. Kristi Noem of South Dakota and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy tied as the top choices for former President Donald Trump's running mate in a straw poll, overshadowing the presidential nominee question. Trump won the presidential poll by a landslide over Nikki Haley. The attention on the vice-presidential question is notable as Trump is still facing a challenge for the Republican presidential nomination by Haley. Several potential running mate contenders gave speeches at the event, with Noem and Ramaswamy each garnering 15 percent of the vote in the straw poll.
The results of the CPAC straw poll revealed potential candidates for Donald Trump's vice presidential pick in the 2024 election, with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis leading the pack followed by former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem. The poll also indicated strong support for Trump as the preferred 2024 presidential nominee.
Former President Donald Trump delivered a speech at CPAC filled with numerous false claims, including his alleged opposition to the Iraq invasion, his role in ending the Nord Stream 2 pipeline, and his statements about the 2020 election. He also made misleading claims about his indictments, the Minneapolis National Guard deployment, border wall construction, the term "caravans," defeating ISIS, electric car mandates, the trade deficit, and China's oil purchases from Iran.
At the Conservative Political Action Conference, Donald Trump delivered a meandering and ominous speech, comparing migrants to Hannibal Lecter and claiming they are coming from "insane asylums." He also called Biden a "threat to democracy" and a "proud political dissident." The event also featured Bishop Joseph Strickland's support for the Alabama Supreme Court's ruling on frozen embryos, a CPAC straw poll showing Kristi Noem and Vivek Ramaswamy tied for Trump's running mate, and anti-trans rhetoric dominating the conference.
Former President Donald Trump delivered a fiery speech at CPAC, embracing the American flag and blasting President Biden while ignoring GOP primary rival Nikki Haley. Trump warned of dire consequences if Biden and his "thugs" win in 2024, positioning himself as the only savior for the country. Despite the dark tone, Trump maintained an energetic and jocular demeanor, taking jabs at Biden's scripted exchanges with the press. He also hinted at shifting his focus towards the general election, expressing confidence in his national lead over Biden and dismissing his GOP rivals.
At the Conservative Political Action Conference, former President Donald Trump presented contrasting visions of America's future, warning of a bleak scenario if President Biden is re-elected, including collapses of Medicare, Social Security, and public education, as well as a third world war. In contrast, Trump promised a prosperous and safe America if he is elected, with crime in major cities becoming a thing of the past. His speech echoed his previous warnings from the 2020 campaign, painting a dystopian picture of a Biden presidency.
Former President Donald Trump addressed conservative activists at CPAC, portraying the upcoming election as "judgment day" and positioning himself as a "proud political dissident." He warned of dire consequences if President Joe Biden wins a second term, using religious and apocalyptic imagery. Trump also criticized Biden's leadership, claiming to be the only barrier against impending chaos. The CPAC conference featured Republican lawmakers and MAGA personalities echoing Trump's attacks on Biden's policies, while the Biden campaign labeled Trump a "loser" and criticized his presidency.