Former President Donald Trump visited Pennsylvania, where he was previously attacked by a gunman, as part of a key focus on the state in the final month of the presidential campaign. During the rally, he baselessly accused Democrats of attempting to steal the election from him and criticized Vice President Kamala Harris for her past statements supporting taxpayer funding for gender transition care for immigrants. Trump was joined by wealthy benefactors like Elon Musk, who issued apocalyptic warnings and called for voter registration. The rally also paid tribute to Corey Comparatore, who was killed during the July assassination attempt on Trump. Trump praised law enforcement for intervening and saving lives during the attack. Other speakers at the event, like Lara Trump and Ohio Sen. JD Vance, highlighted the stakes of the election as a battle between good and evil. Trump also discussed the federal response to Hurricane Helene and local issues like fracking and foreign ownership of U.S. Steel. Looking ahead to the election, Trump predicted negative reports targeting him and Vance, but expressed confidence in winning and achieving the American dream. The event was marked by a somber tone, with a moment of silence for those affected by the July attack and a dedication to fighting perceived threats to democracy. Despite the focus on combating evil and rigging in the election, the rally also highlighted the importance of wealthy donors and the significance of Pennsylvania in the electoral landscape.
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