Trump links Democrats to French rioters at Kansas rally
At a Kansas rally about two weeks before Election Day, President Trump compared Democrats to French rioters, accused them of hating Christianity, and warned their control of Congress would bring chaos.
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What happened
At a rally in Kansas, President Trump likened Democrats to rioters in France, saying they hate Christianity and Western civilization. He also said a pastor running as a Democrat mocks Jesus. In his closing midterm pitch, about two weeks before Election Day, he warned that Democratic control of Congress would bring chaos and destruction.
Why it matters
The remarks come in the final weeks before the midterm elections, when Trump is urging voters to see Democratic control of Congress as a threat. He is warning that such a result would lead to chaos and destruction.
Timeline
- Oct 20, 12:54 AM ET: At a Kansas rally, Trump compared Democrats to rioters in France, saying they hate Christianity and Western civilization.
- Oct 20, 3:51 PM ET: In his closing midterm pitch, Trump warned supporters that Democratic control of Congress would lead to chaos and destruction.
Coverage
- Trump finds ominous campaign message in French riots (The Hill)
- In Kansas, Trump says a pastor running as a Democrat ‘mocks Jesus’ (The Washington Post)
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