Trump's New Hampshire Visit: Focused on Primary and Potential Biden Rematch
Former President Donald Trump's return to New Hampshire sparks anticipation as he strategically utilizes the Israel-Hamas conflict to highlight contrasts with President Joe Biden, foreshadowing a potential rematch in the 2024 general election
When former President Donald Trump visits New Hampshire on Saturday, his main objective will be to utilize the Israel-Hamas war as a means of highlighting the differences between himself and President Joe Biden, who is expected to be his opponent in the 2024 general election.
According to a campaign adviser, Trump's speech in Claremont will emphasize the concept of achieving peace through strength. He will assert that the United States and the world were in a more peaceful state during his tenure as president compared to the current administration.
Trump is set to make a comeback in the Granite State following his recent appearance in the New York civil fraud trial. It is expected that he will reference this during his remarks in New Hampshire. The defense for Trump, his adult sons, and their company will commence on Monday.
In addition to his legal troubles, Trump will likely delve into various other subjects during his speech, as he often deviates from prepared remarks. These may include Biden, the conflict between Israel and Gaza, and a multitude of other topics.
Trumps New Hampshire event takes place shortly after his absence from the third GOP primary debate in Miami. Instead, he chose to hold a counterprogramming event in Hialeah, located nearby where his opponents engaged in a spirited debate. In his remarks in Hialeah, Trump focused on criticizing Biden rather than his fellow GOP contenders.
Judge William Clark presides over a hearing in Bridgeport Superior Court in Bridgeport, Connecticut on September 25.
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The nullified election in Connecticut has unexpectedly turned into a rallying cry for Trump supporters. Despite the former president's focus on a possible general election rematch and his strong position in GOP primary polling, he continues to actively engage with voters in the early nominating states.
Trump's rally on Saturday is one of multiple trips he is making to New Hampshire this month. It is a strategic effort by his campaign to maintain momentum in the early months of 2024, while his rivals campaign vigorously in the first-in-the-nation primary state, according to his advisors who spoke to CNN.
According to Trump's advisors, the visit to Claremont on Saturday is not a coincidence. It is a deliberate move as part of the campaign's focus on the densely populated southern region of the state. This follows a previous visit to northern New Hampshire last month, as Trump and his team aim to cover as much ground as possible before the primary.
Trumps campaign believes that winning Iowa and New Hampshire would compel his primary opponents to withdraw and donors to unite behind him, according to his advisers.
On the other hand, New Hampshire is also a crucial state for Trump's rivals who aim to gain ground in their own campaigns. Former Governors Nikki Haley of South Carolina and Chris Christie of New Jersey, among others, have emphasized that New Hampshire is a vital stepping stone towards mounting a substantial challenge against Trump.
Haley mentioned last month during the filing for the Granite State GOP primary in New Hampshire that many individuals express their support for President Trump but it does not necessarily mean they will vote for him.
During a town hall session in Manchester last month, Christie emphasized that he was dedicating more time to New Hampshire as the people there have the capability to bring about the desired outcome.
"I don't want to entertain the notion that Donald Trump is unbeatable," expressed Christie.
Governor Chris Sununu of New Hampshire, a prominent detractor of the ex-president who had considered his own presidential bid for 2024, has persistently sought out an alternative candidate to endorse in an effort to diminish Trump's influence within the Republican Party. Sununu has consistently emphasized the strategic opportunity his state presents as a pathway for another GOP contender to challenge Trump's dominance.
"I am not against Trump. I am simply in favor of the Republican Party," Sununu stated on Thursday during a town hall hosted by Christie in Merrimack. While Sununu has not publicly endorsed any candidate in the race, he has made appearances alongside several Republican hopefuls.
Additionally, Sununu voiced his prediction at the Merrimack event that independent voters would turn out in "unprecedented numbers" for the New Hampshire primary, asserting that the majority of them are opposed to Trump being re-elected as president.
