Trump's Future Plans and Inauguration Strategy
- Former Jan. 6 committee chair warns Trump is plotting again after 2020 loss.
- Trump's campaign claims elections won't end until the moment of inauguration.
- Bennie Thompson raises concerns about Trump's inability to handle losing.
During a speech at the Democratic National Convention, Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., raised concerns about former President Donald Trump's potential actions if he loses to Vice President Kamala Harris in the upcoming election. Thompson, who previously chaired the January 6 committee, suggested that Trump may attempt to undermine the electoral process again, echoing his efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. He emphasized that Trump is "plotting again," referencing the former president's controversial statements regarding pardoning January 6 rioters. Thompson's remarks were underscored by a video presentation that reminded the audience of Trump's legal troubles related to the Capitol attack. The video warned that if Trump were to be re-elected, he would evade accountability for his actions. Thompson pointed out that the Capitol riot stemmed from Trump's inability to accept defeat, stating, "Now, he's plotting again." He urged the audience to choose democracy over political violence, highlighting the rhetoric from Trump's campaign that suggests elections are only valid if they result in a win for Trump. In response, Trump campaign spokesperson Steven Cheung dismissed Thompson's claims, questioning whether Thompson was implying that Trump had stolen the 2016 election. Cheung criticized Thompson personally, labeling him as "vile" and suggesting that he is suffering from "Trump Derangement Syndrome," indicating a deep-seated animosity towards the former president. The exchange reflects the ongoing tensions surrounding Trump's political legacy and the upcoming election.