Kellyanne Conway, a former aide to Donald Trump, recently claimed that Trump spoke to a crowd of 8,000 people at a Detroit church, leading to various reactions online.
During his visit to the 180 Church in Detroit, Trump engaged in a roundtable discussion to garner support from Black voters for the 2024 election, where he faces a close race against President Joe Biden.
After her appearance on Fox News, Conway’s statements were met with skepticism, as the actual crowd size remains unconfirmed by the Trump campaign.
Since Conway’s remarks, social media users have taken to platforms like Twitter to criticize and laugh at the claims. Some highlighted Conway’s past use of “alternative facts,” while others pointed out the predominantly white audience at the Black church event.
The Biden-Harris campaign also weighed in, describing Trump’s outreach efforts as “desperate” and highlighting the lack of diversity in the audience.
Despite the criticism, some praised Trump for engaging with the Black community, with one participant expressing gratitude for his visit, contrasting it with the perceived lack of outreach from previous administrations.
Michigan, a crucial battleground state, holds significance in the upcoming election, especially Detroit, with its high Black population potentially influencing the state’s electoral outcome.
Recent polls indicate a slight increase in Black voter support for Trump in Michigan, though his overall numbers remain relatively low among this demographic.
As the campaign season progresses, the battle for voter support in key states like Michigan will continue to shape the political landscape for both Trump and Biden.