Trump portrays himself as a political victim once more in final rally before New York trial

Former President Donald J. Trump continues to stir controversy and rally his supporters as he faces his first criminal trial in Manhattan. Two days before the trial was set to begin, Trump spoke at a rally in eastern Pennsylvania, framing the charges against him as a political attack orchestrated by Democrats to keep him from the White House.

Calling the upcoming trial the “very first Biden trial,” Trump falsely claimed that President Biden was behind the case brought by the Manhattan district attorney’s office. Despite the fact that the charges have nothing to do with Biden, Trump portrayed himself as a victim of political persecution, vowing to protect his followers from a similar fate.

During the rally, Trump also addressed the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, offering prayers and support for Israel while criticizing Biden for what he perceived as weakness in handling the situation. The crowd responded by chanting “Genocide Joe,” a phrase typically used by progressives critical of Biden’s support for Israel.

Trump reiterated his false claims of election fraud, insisting that he won the 2020 election and accusing Democrats of cheating him out of victory. He also criticized the gag order imposed on him in the Manhattan case, which prevents him from publicly attacking witnesses, jurors, and court staff.

As Trump’s trial looms, his rhetoric and actions continue to fuel division and controversy among his supporters and detractors alike. The former president shows no signs of backing down, using every opportunity to rally his base and push his narrative of victimhood and political persecution.