Key Takeaways:
– Trump’s Michigan rallygoers were left waiting for 3 hours in frigid conditions while he recorded an interview for Joe Rogan’s podcast.
– John and Cheryl Sowash, who were among the attendees, expressed mixed feelings about the delay.
– Trump’s appearance on Rogan’s podcast is part of his strategy to engage with younger male voters.
– The former President hinted at the possibility of eliminating federal income taxes and again aired his unfounded grievances about the 2020 election.
Trump’s Tardiness Leaves Supporters in the Cold
In an unexpected twist, supporters of Donald Trump gathered for a rally in Michigan were left waiting for several hours as the former president was tied up recording a podcast. Hefty anticipation turned into disappointment for many as they huddled in the chilly evening air anticipating Trump’s arrival on the tarmac.
While others left, many remaining attendees decked in winter gear stood staunchly awaiting his arrival. As temperatures dropped to around 50 degrees, the presence of disappointed yet hopeful supporters dotted the Traverse City airport tarmac.
Michigan Rally Meets An Unexpected Turn
In a night filled with growing distress, a number of Trump’s supporters decided to leave the rally even before his arrival. The delay was due to Trump participating in an interview with Joe Rogan, the nation’s most listened-to podcaster, an interview that consumed three hours of the evening. Those left waiting were promised by Trump via video from his plane, “We’re going to have a good time tonight.”
His eventual arrival was met with cheers from the dwindling crowd who endured the chill to witness the delayed spectacle. An apologetic Trump took center stage, stating, “We got so tied up, and I figured you wouldn’t mind too much because we’re trying to win.”
Voices from the Crowd
The enduring patience of some supporters was tested, among them was a couple from Traverse City, John and Cheryl Sowash. John showed understanding for Trump’s delay, justifying it by saying, “He spoke to a lot more people talking to Joe Rogan than he did here.”
However, Cheryl expressed concern about Trump missing out on addressing the larger audience that was initially present, pointing out that the turnout had nearly halved by the time he arrived.
Highlights from Trump’s Podcast Interview
The interview conducted on the Joe Rogan Experience, known for its sizeable younger male listenership, delved into a number of topics. From familiar narratives from Trump’s past runs for office to more unconventional topics like UFOs where Trump admitted to skepticism about extraterrestrial life.
In the same breath, Trump alluded to eliminating federal income taxes and reiterated his denunciations about the outcome of the 2020 election. When the topic switched to potential recruits for his administration, Trump confirmed considerations about inviting Robert F. Kennedy Jr., despite their differences over environmental policies.
Concluding Remarks
The Michigan rally brought forth more than just disappointment from supporters kept waiting in the cold, but also resurfacing talking points from Trump’s repertoire. It remains to be seen how this strategy of engaging with younger male voters through podcasts will play out on the political stage.
I live in Northern Michigan, we have not yet had “fridgid” conditions. Correct it with a little chilly.