Trump Criticizes Harris at Florida Rally, Calls for Religious Voter Mobilization

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — In a fiery speech at Turning Point Action’s Believers Summit, former President Donald Trump launched a scathing attack on Vice President Kamala Harris, labeling her a “bum” and a “failed vice president.” Trump’s remarks came during his second public appearance since President Joe Biden exited the 2024 race, where he criticized Harris for her role as the Biden administration’s “border czar.” He claimed that under her watch, millions have crossed the border, echoing longstanding Republican critiques of her immigration policies. Trump further sought to connect Harris to her past as San Francisco’s district attorney, warning that her potential election would lead to the appointment of “extreme far-left judges” who would impose liberal values across the nation. His rhetoric aimed to galvanize support among conservative voters, particularly religious communities, urging them to mobilize and vote in the upcoming elections. “You have tremendous power,” he declared, encouraging attendees to ensure their participation at the polls. In response, a spokesperson for Harris criticized Trump’s speech, suggesting he struggled with basic communication and made offensive remarks about the faith of Jewish and Catholic Americans. The spokesperson characterized Trump’s demeanor as unfit for a presidential candidate, likening him to someone undesirable to be around in casual settings. Notably, this event marked the first occasion since an assassination attempt in Pennsylvania that Trump appeared without a visible ear bandage, drawing attention to his recent health challenges.