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Trump Booed at Libertarian Convention, Claims He'd Win Nomination
politics1 year ago

Trump Booed at Libertarian Convention, Claims He'd Win Nomination

Former President Donald Trump faced boos and heckling at the Libertarian National Convention as his ongoing trial appears to be taking a toll on him. Reports from inside Trump Tower suggest that the conviction is affecting him significantly, with evidence requested by the jury highlighting inconsistencies in Michael Cohen's testimony. The trial's impact on Trump is evident as his defense team delivered a less confident closing argument.

via MSNBC|
#legal-system#libertarian-national-convention#michael-cohen
Trump Promises to Commute Silk Road Founder’s Sentence if Elected
politics1 year ago

Trump Promises to Commute Silk Road Founder’s Sentence if Elected

At the Libertarian National Convention, former President Donald Trump announced his intention to commute Ross Ulbricht's life sentence if re-elected. Ulbricht, an Austin native and creator of the Silk Road online drug marketplace, was sentenced to life in prison in 2015 for his role in facilitating drug sales and other crimes. The announcement was met with strong support from libertarians at the convention.

via KXAN.com|
#commutation#donald-trump#libertarian-national-convention
Trump Faces Hostile Reception at Libertarian Convention
politics1 year ago

Trump Faces Hostile Reception at Libertarian Convention

Former President Donald Trump faced significant backlash, including boos and heckles, during his speech at the Libertarian National Convention, highlighting the challenges he faces in broadening his appeal. Despite his attempts to court Libertarian voters by promising cabinet positions and aligning on certain issues, many attendees remained critical of his past actions and policies.

via The Guardian US|
#2024-election#donald-trump#joe-biden
Trump Faces Boos While Urging Libertarians to Nominate Him
politics1 year ago

Trump Faces Boos While Urging Libertarians to Nominate Him

Former President Donald Trump faced a hostile reception at the Libertarian National Convention, where he was loudly booed and heckled. Despite promising to appoint a libertarian to his Cabinet and to pardon Ross Ulbricht if reelected, Trump taunted the third party for its low vote share and faced criticism for his past presidency. The event highlighted tensions within the Libertarian Party and between Trump supporters and libertarian delegates.

via The Washington Post|
#2024-election#donald-trump#libertarian-national-convention
Trump Targets Libertarian Support with Ulbricht Pardon Promise
politics1 year ago

Trump Targets Libertarian Support with Ulbricht Pardon Promise

Former President Donald Trump faced a hostile reception at the Libertarian National Convention, where he was booed and jeered while soliciting votes and the party's endorsement. Despite some cheers for his promises, such as commuting Ross Ulbricht's life sentence, the crowd largely rejected his overtures, highlighting the deep divide between Trump and libertarian voters.

via NBC News|
#2024-election#donald-trump#libertarian-national-convention
RFK Jr. Challenges Trump at Contentious Libertarian Convention
politics1 year ago

RFK Jr. Challenges Trump at Contentious Libertarian Convention

Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are set to speak at the Libertarian National Convention in Washington, D.C., as they seek to court the party's base. While Kennedy has called for a debate with Trump, it is unlikely to happen. Some Libertarians object to their presence, arguing it distracts from the party's own candidates. The Libertarian Party will confirm its presidential and vice-presidential nominees on Sunday.

via ABC News|
#2024-presidential-election#donald-trump#libertarian-national-convention