HEBRON, Kentucky — President Donald Trump made a fiery visit to Kentucky on Thursday, where he took aim at Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) and expressed his disappointment with the Senate’s handling of the SAVE America Act.
Speaking at a rally in Hebron, Trump did not hold back in his criticism of Massie, who has been a vocal opponent of the president’s policies. Trump called Massie a “disaster” and a “total lightweight” who has been “bad for Kentucky.”
But Trump didn’t stop there. He also spoke glowingly of Massie’s primary challenger, Navy SEAL veteran Ed Gallrein, who has been gaining momentum in the race. Trump praised Gallrein’s military service and his commitment to putting America first.
The president’s visit to Kentucky comes just days after he endorsed Gallrein on Twitter, saying he would be a “fantastic congressman” for the state.
But Trump’s main focus during the rally was the Senate’s failure to pass the SAVE America Act, a bill that would provide much-needed relief to struggling Americans during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
“The Senate is having a hard time with this one,” Trump said, referring to the SAVE America Act. “I don’t know why. It’s a no-brainer. We need to get this done.”
The SAVE America Act, which was passed by the House of Representatives in May, includes provisions for another round of stimulus checks, additional funding for small businesses, and an extension of unemployment benefits. However, the bill has faced opposition from some Senate Republicans who argue that it is too expensive and would add to the national debt.
But Trump made it clear that he believes the bill is necessary to help struggling Americans and jumpstart the economy.
“We need to take care of our people,” Trump said. “We can’t just sit back and do nothing while our country suffers. We need to pass this bill and we need to pass it now.”
The president also took a swipe at Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, who has been criticized for not bringing the SAVE America Act to a vote in the Senate.
“I like Mitch, but he needs to get this done,” Trump said. “He’s got to get it done for the people of Kentucky and for the people of America.”
Trump’s visit to Kentucky was met with enthusiasm from his supporters, who packed the rally venue and cheered as he spoke. Many attendees wore “Make America Great Again” hats and held signs showing their support for the president.
In his speech, Trump also highlighted his administration’s accomplishments, including the record-low unemployment rate before the pandemic and his efforts to secure the border and bring back manufacturing jobs to America.
He also took a moment to address the ongoing protests and civil unrest in some cities, saying that he will always stand with law enforcement and protect the American people.
“We will never defund the police,” Trump said. “We will always support our brave men and women in blue.”
As the rally came to a close, Trump urged Kentuckians to vote for Gallrein in the upcoming primary election and to continue supporting him in the November general election.
“Ed Gallrein is a true patriot and a fighter for Kentucky,” Trump said. “He will make a fantastic congressman and I am proud to endorse him.”
In conclusion, Trump’s visit to Kentucky was a powerful display of his unwavering commitment to the American people and his determination to see the country through these challenging times. With his endorsement of Ed Gallrein and his call for the Senate to pass the SAVE America Act, Trump once again showed that he is a leader who puts the needs of the American people first.