Election enters final days after terrible week for Trump

The David Pakman Show - November 1, 2024

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A HORROR SHOW week for the Trump campaign

In the last week of Donald Trump’s campaign, a series of chaotic incidents have amplified concerns about his potential presidency. First, comedian Tony Hinchcliffe made a controversial comment at a Trump rally, disparaging Puerto Rico as “a floating island of garbage.” Additionally, leaked audio from Elon Musk revealed that despite his public support, Musk privately acknowledged Trump’s economic plans would create short-term hardship for the middle class. Trump ally Mike Johnson emphasized plans to dismantle Obamacare, risking health coverage for millions, and proposed extensive “free market” reforms in health care, aiming to remove government oversight. In another troubling development, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed Trump promised him control over America’s public health agencies, raising fears over the future of public health policy. Finally, Trump awkwardly struggled to mount a garbage truck during a campaign stunt, displaying visible signs of exhaustion. Each of these events would be significant on their own, yet all occurred within a single week, underscoring the high stakes of this election and raising questions about Trump’s leadership and policy impacts.

Neon orange Trump TERRIFIED, pleads "I'm not Hitler!"

At a rally in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, Trump sought to distance himself from extremist comparisons by stating, "I'm not Hitler." His remarks included playful interactions with the crowd, particularly when mocking Vice President Kamala Harris, whom he dismissed as simplistic, predicting economic depression if her policies prevailed. Trump also baselessly claimed that Harris's rally attendees were paid to be there, despite his own campaign's similar practices. He further divided military leaders into "real" and "fake" generals based on their support for him, implying that only those aligned with him are legitimate. In a bizarre moment, he referred to a recent hurricane as a "water hurricane," claiming it tore houses from their foundations. As election day approached, the rally illustrated Trump's blend of humor and hyperbole, reinforcing his appeal to supporters.

From yesterday’s show:

LOL: Nicky Jam REVOKES Trump endorsement after Puerto Rico fiasco

Nicky Jam recently rescinded his endorsement of Donald Trump after facing intense backlash from his Latino fanbase. Initially, he had supported Trump, believing his economic policies would benefit Latinos in the U.S., but the decision proved controversial. His appearance at a Trump rally was also awkwardly marked by Trump mistaking him for a woman, calling him “hot” before realizing Nicky Jam is a man with face tattoos. The endorsement quickly drew sharp criticism, especially from Puerto Ricans and Latinos who disagreed with his stance, ultimately leading Nicky Jam to disable comments on his social media to handle the backlash. The final straw came when comedian Tony Hinchcliffe insulted Puerto Rico, referring to it as “a floating pile of garbage,” which prompted Nicky Jam to publicly withdraw his political support. In a video statement, he expressed regret for involving himself in politics, emphasizing the need to respect Puerto Rico and vowing to steer clear of political endorsements in the future.

From yesterday’s show:

RED ALERT: Supreme Court ALLOWS voter purge!

The Supreme Court recently allowed Virginia's voter registration purge to continue, aimed at preventing non-citizens from voting, though many affected are U.S. citizens. The decision, handed down by a conservative majority without explanation, permitted the removal of around 1,600 registrations despite a federal judge’s ruling against it. While Virginia isn't considered a battleground state, the ruling raises concerns about how the court might handle potential election challenges in other states, given that three of the justices were nominated by Donald Trump. With close races expected, the best way to prevent minor purges from impacting outcomes is through overwhelming voter turnout.

More on the show:

-- A neon orange Donald Trump pleads with his audience "I'm not Hitler" in Rocky Mount, North Carolina

-- A disoriented Trump says that Michelle Obama is being "nasty" to him at a press conference at which he took no questions

-- Donald Trump supporters are doing mental gymnastics to keep supporting him after the Puerto Rico fiasco

-- Religious extremist Paula White returns to interview Donald Trump and it does not go well

-- Donald Trump tells Fox News suck-up Maria Bartiromo that he might deploy the military against supporters of Kamala Harris

-- This week's Friday Feedback

-- On the Bonus Show: More good polling for Kamala, candidates' plans for the final days of the race, and much more...

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