Recent reports suggest that Donald Trump‘s chances for the 2024 presidency could be affected after allegedly calling Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, “horrendous.” Current polls indicate a tie between Trump and President Joe Biden in this crucial swing state.
According to Thursday’s reports, Trump made disparaging remarks about Milwaukee during a meeting with House Republicans at Capitol Hill. Trump and his campaign deny the claims and state that he was referring to the city’s high crime rates rather than its overall nature.
If these reports are accurate, they could significantly impact the 2024 election between Trump and Biden. Wisconsin was narrowly won by Biden in 2020, with Trump aiming to secure the state in the upcoming election as he vies for a return to the White House.
Recent polls show a close race between Trump and Biden, with both candidates lacking a significant advantage in key swing states. The FAU Political Communication and Public Opinion Research Lab poll revealed Biden leading among Wisconsin voters, while Trump had a slight edge with likely voters.
In another survey conducted in May, Trump led in every key battleground state except Wisconsin, where they were tied. This disparity could impact the election results in November.
Milwaukee’s Democratic mayor and others have suggested that Trump’s alleged comments about the city might sway voters against him in the upcoming election.
Despite the allegations, Trump has denied them in a Fox News interview, clarifying that his remarks on Milwaukee’s crime rates were misunderstood. He also dismissed claims of voter fraud.
As the election approaches, the outcome in Wisconsin remains uncertain, with both Trump and Biden striving to secure the state’s crucial electoral votes.