Donald Trump seems to be grappling with crowd envy after Vice President Kamala Harris attracted a staggering 75,000 attendees to her rally at the Ellipse in Washington, D.C. In typical fashion, the former president took to Truth Social to vent his frustrations, posting a series of angry messages throughout the night.
“Kamala’s speech was terrible, full of lies and nothing new,” Trump proclaimed in a late-night post. He expressed his discontent with the current job market, questioning, “Where are the jobs? There are none!” This reaction came just two hours after his initial outburst, where he claimed, “Pennsylvania is cheating, and getting caught, at large scale levels rarely seen before. REPORT CHEATING TO AUTHORITIES. Law enforcement must act, NOW!” This statement appeared to be a response to unfounded allegations that Pennsylvania officials had sent early voters home without ballots.
Trump’s outbursts on Truth Social are not uncommon when he feels threatened or upset. Despite his claims of being the ultimate crowd-drawer, the size of Harris’ rallies has consistently been a sore point for him. A recent Harvard analysis revealed that Harris’s events attract, on average, double the attendees compared to Trump’s rallies.
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The D.C. Metropolitan Police Department initially anticipated around 20,000 participants for Harris’s rally. However, the turnout far exceeded expectations, swelling to over 52,000 people, causing an overflow onto the Washington Mall, ultimately reaching 75,000 according to campaign officials. In comparison, Trump recently filled Madison Square Garden with about 20,000 supporters, emphasizing the growing disparity in crowd sizes as the campaign intensifies.
As the political landscape evolves, Trump’s late-night rants highlight the tension and competitive spirit that define this election season. The significant turnout for Harris signals a strong engagement among voters, prompting Trump to respond with his characteristic bravado and urgency.
