In a spirited Las Vegas rally, former President Donald Trump vowed to broker peace in Ukraine through direct talks with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine. The rally was hosted by the Turning Point Political Action Committee. Trump announced plans to call Putin and Zelensky as soon as he’s elected.
Trump’s Peace Pledge
Former President Donald Trump announced plans to address the Ukraine conflict by directly negotiating with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. He emphasized his commitment to resolving the matter swiftly if elected, highlighting his previous relationships with both leaders as advantageous. “I’m going to work on that from the day, hopefully, the day that we win, which is Nov. 5th, in the evening,” Trump said.
Hoping to begin negotiations ahead of the usual timeline, Trump stated, “I’m going to try and get it done as president-elect. That’ll give me plenty of credibility. I don’t have to wait until Jan. 20th [Inauguration Day]. I’m going to try and get it done sooner than that.”
Donald Trump said the war in Ukraine would be 'resolved very quickly' if he won the US election as he met Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday, remarking on his 'very good relationship' with both the Ukrainian leader and Russia's President Vladimir Putin. https://t.co/XNJSEdzwx1 pic.twitter.com/qEaaOCKhwd
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Engagement and Entertainment
Thousands gathered for the Las Vegas rally, held at the Thomas & Mack Center, an event organized by the Turning Point political action committee to energize Republican voters. Featuring performances that reflect Nevada’s diverse cultural backdrop, Hawaiian and Asian-American/Pacific Islander artists entertained the audience. The event underscored Trump’s appeal to a broad demographic, combining political advocacy with cultural celebration.
“On the evening of Nov. 5th, I will call Putin. I will call Zelensky,” the Republican nominee for president continued. “I’ll say, ‘We got to stop it.’”
Attendees included high-profile figures from varied fields, such as Danica Patrick, and Gina Carano, and politicians like Marco Rubio and Tulsi Gabbard. This robust lineup underscored the rally’s national importance and its role in galvanizing support for Trump’s candidacy.
🚨 Trump and Zelenskyy meet at Trump Tower
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Support from Across the Nation
The enthusiasm from attendees who traveled from different parts of the country was palpable. Many expressed relief and empowerment in openly supporting Trump despite potential personal or professional gains from a different political administration. Alexander Spellane, CEO of Fisher Capital Group, noted his backing of Trump aligned with shared values, despite the economic advantages a Harris presidency might offer his business.
Montana House Representative Braxton Mitchell acknowledged Nevada’s competitive political landscape, emphasizing the gathering’s crucial role in swaying undecided voters. Recent polls indicate Trump holds a slight edge in the state, bolstered by strong early voting turnouts favoring the Republican party.