So, Donald Trump claimed that a massive crowd turned up at his Las Vegas rally, but there’s a big problem—apparently, the venue couldn’t fit as many folks as he boasted. The former president hit the stage in scorching-hot Sunset Park in Nevada on a sweltering Sunday.
With Las Vegas hitting a scorching 100 degrees, the National Weather Service issued a heat alert. The Clark County Fire Department even had to whisk six people off to the hospital, while twenty-two others needed medical attention at the rally.
Trump acknowledged the intense weather in his speech, mentioning that his campaign had beckoned people to come despite the heat and expected around 20,000 attendees. Quite the surprise when it turned out that squeezing in that many people was a bit of a stretch.
The park’s spokesperson clarified the capacity issue, explaining that the event only utilized a small section that could hold around 3,000 people, depending on how things were arranged. However, the entire park could actually host a lot more. According to Clark County’s website, only 214 acres out of the total 324 have been developed in stages.
Video snippets from the rally capture a steady exodus of folks leaving while Trump held the floor. Some speculated the heat prompted the mass exit. Similar scenes unfolded last month in New Jersey when scores left while Trump spoke.
Trump’s controversial quip, “I don’t care about you,” also made headlines post-rally. His remark about needing every vote, regardless of personal feelings, caused a stir. Amid audience chuckles, he lightheartedly shrugged off concerns about winning favor.
As attendees battled the sweltering heat, Trump made efforts to ensure their comfort. Misting fans, water bottles, permission for umbrellas, and a medical team on standby all aimed to ease the heat wave turmoil.