Trump boasts at Alabama fundraiser that he needs 'one more indictment to close out this election'
Former President Donald Trump has delivered a speech full of defiance and bluster just a day after his third appearance in court as a criminal defendant
2023-08-05 09:29
Defiant Trump claims ‘we need one more indictment’ before 2024 race in first speech since federal charges
Donald Trump was equal turns defiant and self-pitying in his first major public event since being indicted earlier this week on charges he conspired to overturn the 2020 election and deprive voters of their civil rights in the process, claiming the charges against him were illegitimate but would help his campaign. “It’s not going to make any impact. Every time they file an indictment, we go way up in the polls,” Mr Trump said Friday at the Alabama Republican Party’s 2023 summer meeting in Montgomery. “We need one more indictment and this election is closed out, nobody has even a chance,” he added. At the same time, Mr Trump hammered the special counsel overseeing the case, accusing “deranged Jack Smith” of pursuing “an outrageous criminalisation of political speech.” “It’s not fair and it’s probably not legal what they’re doing,” Mr Trump argued. “They want to interfere in my campaign.” Prosecutors allege that Mr Trump and a group of co-conspirators knew they had lost the 2020 election, but tried to manipulate the process and be declared the winners anyway, infringing on US voter rights in the process. “The only civil rights that have been violated in this manner are my civil rights,” Mr Trump said at the event. Even though Donald Trump faces increasing legal jeopardy – two federal indictments, plus another major case from the Manhattan district attorney and a looming potential indictment in Georgia over election meddling – his campaign for the White House looks relatively unimpacted even as Mr Trump could be the first former president to be imprisoned. According to a New York Times poll on Thursday, Donald Trump and Joe Biden are at a dead heat when it comes to support from registered voters, each maintaining 43 per cent. Within the Republican field, Mr Trump has a comfortable lead over his opponents, even as rivals like Mike Pence have seized on the recent indictment to criticise the former president. A recent poll found that Donald Trump is still comfortably leading the pack of GOP hopefuls ahead of 2024, with 54 per cent support compared to his nearest rival, Florida governor Ron DeSantis, who only had 17 per cent. Read More Moment Trump’s own lawyer ‘admits’ to indictment charge live on TV Ron DeSantis says Trump’s claims of stolen 2020 election weren’t ‘true’ Trump strikes threatening tone after arraignment: ‘ IF YOU GO AFTER ME, I’M COMING AFTER YOU!’ Texas man who threatened poll workers and Arizona officials is sentenced to 3 1/2 years Trump strikes threatening tone: ‘ IF YOU GO AFTER ME, I’M COMING AFTER YOU!’ Giuliani must clarify his ‘puzzling’ court filing in Georgia defamation case
2023-08-05 09:27
Kyle Richards and Morgan Wade 'troll the trolls' in music video shutting down dating rumors, fans say 'just be honest'
Kyle Richards is rumored to be dating Morgan Wade after splitting from her husband Mauricio Umansky
2023-08-05 09:17
Tina Knowles addresses Beyoncé's alleged Lizzo snub
Tina Knowles has appeared to refute the theory that her daughter Beyoncé dropped mentioning Lizzo on tour because of a lawsuit.
2023-08-05 08:58
Phillies fans show support to Trea Turner with standing ovation
The Philadelphia Phillies fanbase showed their support for shortstop Trea Turner during his rough season by giving him a standing ovation on Friday night.The Philadelphia Phillies were looking to load up their roster to make another run to the World Series. Their big move was signing shortstop T...
2023-08-05 08:55
Rangers broadcaster Nadel back in booth for '23 debut after treatment for mental health issues
Hall of Fame broadcaster Eric Nadel is back in the Texas Rangers radio booth for the first time this season
2023-08-05 08:55
Alex Trebek's incredible work ethic recalled by his family and the 'Jeopardy' team in emotional podcast
Alex Trebek was a part of "Jeopardy" for nearly 37 years, and in spite of his diagnosis of stage IV pancreatic cancer revealed in the spring of 2019, the longtime host of the famed quiz show remained steadfast in his professional commitments until the very end.
2023-08-05 08:24
The Lakers Just Bet Their Future on Anthony Davis
The Lakers just handed Anthony Davis a massive contract. Gambling big on his health.
2023-08-05 07:55
Niger coup: Decision time for West Africa as deadline nears
Regional leaders have threatened to use force if Niger's ousted president is not reinstated by Sunday.
2023-08-05 07:53
Trump ally Kerik still attempting to keep secret some 2020 election records
Bernie Kerik is refusing to turn over more than 300 records sought in a 2020 election-related lawsuit just before he is set to talk with the special counsel's office, saying they fall under attorney confidentiality.
2023-08-05 07:47
Ukraine counter-offensive two months in: Can it still succeed?
Ukrainian troops have advanced, at most, about 10 miles in two key areas. Is the counter-offensive working?
2023-08-05 07:17
How To Achieve Bratz Style, According To Obsessed Editors (Sorry, Barbie)
Let’s face it, not everyone’s a Barbie girl in a Barbie world. Some of us are Bratz girls. This is true of myself and some of my fellow R29 editors. A big part of their allure was their attitude and style. While Barbie was a pristine and perfect woman, the Bratz gang was the antithesis — edgy teenagers. As Affiliate Writer and Content Producer Esther Newman puts it, “Barbie is trying to be everything, to everyone, all at once. Whereas the Bratz girls know exactly who they are and what they’re about.”
2023-08-05 06:56
