Trump Stirs Up Michigan Support at Novi Rally

Novi — Former President Donald Trump energized his supporters during a campaign rally on October 26 at the Suburban Collection Showplace, coinciding with the opening of early voting in Michigan. With just ten days until Election Day, Trump aimed to rally local voters ahead of the crucial ballot.

Before Trump took the stage, a lineup of local Republican candidates including former U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers, U.S. Rep. Lisa McClain, and U.S. Rep. John James warmed up the crowd, urging attendees to cast their votes. “Please, get out and vote early,” said Ashley Keith, a UAW member from Sterling Heights. She expressed concerns about job security in the auto industry, saying, “If we don’t get Trump and Vance in office, then I’m afraid to think that I’m going to start looking for another job.”

Tom Barrett, a congressional candidate, emphasized the need for families to have their voices heard amidst rising living costs. He criticized the current economic situation, calling it worse than before, and stressed, “You can’t take anything for granted.”

Once on stage, Trump arrived over an hour late, but he quickly made up for lost time with an hour-long speech. He characterized Vice President Kamala Harris as a “radical leftist” and promised to revitalize American jobs, stating, “Vote Trump and you will see a vast exodus of manufacturing jobs from Mexico to Michigan.”

Trump proposed significant tax cuts, suggesting a drop in the corporate tax rate and tax deductibility for interest on auto loans for American-made cars. He assured the crowd, “With your support, we will make America powerful, wealthy, healthy, strong, proud, safe and great again.”

The rally also featured endorsements from local leaders, including Bill Bazzi, mayor of Dearborn Heights, who stressed Trump’s promise of peace. Imam Belal Alzuhairi, representing Muslim leaders, expressed confidence that Trump could end wars overseas.

Supporters at the rally had varying opinions. Janine Allen from Oklahoma expressed her belief in Trump’s ability to lead, while Rodrigo Blanco from Ohio supported his stance on immigration and tax cuts. On the other hand, some attendees disagreed, like Marine Corps veteran Evan Andridge, who interrupted Trump’s speech, stating, “You lost the election in 2020.”

State Rep. Kelly Breen criticized Trump’s rhetoric, saying it breeds division and hate. “His comments have no basis in reality,” she remarked, raising concerns about the impact of such messages on American unity.

As the rally concluded, the atmosphere was a mix of excitement and apprehension among supporters and detractors alike, illustrating the deep divides in American politics as the election approaches.