Trump Unleashes Verbal Barrage in Miami
Miami, FL – The political scene just got a whole lot spicier after former President Donald Trump took the stage at his latest rally, held in the vibrant heart of Miami. The ‘No Tax On Tips’ event was supposed to focus on tax relief for service industry workers, but things quickly took a turn when Trump decided to unleash a verbal barrage against Vice President Kamala Harris.
- Trump Unleashes Verbal Barrage in Miami
- Accusations of ’26 Different Lies’
- A Mixed Reaction from the Crowd
- Critique of Harris’s Political Record
- Rally Returns to Tax Relief Focus
- Social Media Buzzes with Reaction
- A Contentious Election Cycle Ahead
- Harris and the Retirement Age
- Trump’s Tax Proposals on Overtime
- Why this matters in Nevada
Accusations of ’26 Different Lies’
In classic Trump style, the former president didn’t hold back, accusing Harris of fabricating “26 different lies” during her speech at the Democratic National Convention (DNC). “Kamala, she’s out here telling tall tales, folks,” Trumpdeclared to a roaring crowd. “They’ll do anything to get elected—anything!”
A Mixed Reaction from the Crowd
Trump’s comments were met with a mix of cheers and jeers, but the atmosphere was electric as he continued his takedown. “We’re talking about a woman who made a career out of bending the truth,” he said, waving his hands in his signature fashion. “She’s got the media in her pocket, and they’ll run with whatever she says.”
Critique of Harris’s Political Record
The former president didn’t stop there. He went on to critique Harris’s record, claiming she has been “ineffective” and that her rise in politics was based more on “political gamesmanship” than genuine leadership. “We need real leaders, not people who make up stories,” Trump added, nodding to his supporters who waved signs and chanted in agreement.
Rally Returns to Tax Relief Focus
As the rally continued, Trump shifted focus back to the event’s original theme, promising to fight for the elimination of taxes on tips, a move he says will benefit millions of hardworking Americans. However, it was clear that his pointed remarks about Harris stole the show.
Social Media Buzzes with Reaction
Social media has been buzzing since the rally, with hashtags like #TrumpVsHarris and #26Lies trending across platforms. The Vice President’s team has yet to respond to Trump’s accusations, but insiders suggest that a rebuttal could be on the horizon.
A Contentious Election Cycle Ahead
One thing’s for sure—this election cycle is gearing up to be one of the most contentious in recent history, and with Trump back in the spotlight, the drama is far from over. As the political titans clash, the American public is left wondering: What’s the truth behind those “26 different lies,” and how will this latest round of political theater play out on the national stage?
Harris and the Retirement Age
Discussing Social Security, Trump claimed about President Joe Biden and Harris: “They’re talking, he’s talking, she’s talking — about raising the retirement age.”
Fact: This statement about Harris is false. She has never supported raising the retirement age for Social Security. (As a U.S. senator in the 2000s, Biden spoke in favor of raising the retirement age, but as president, he has strongly opposed it.)
Harris has supported increasing Social Security benefits rather than cutting them. In 2019, nearly two years before becoming vice president, she co-sponsored Senator Bernie Sanders’ Social Security Expansion Act, which would have increased benefits by raising payroll taxes on high-income earners.
Trump’s Tax Proposals on Overtime
“Today, I’m also announcing that as part of our additional tax cuts, we will end all taxes on overtime,” Trump enthused. “It gives people more incentive to work; it helps businesses a lot. It makes it a lot easier to employ people.”
“Overtime workers are some of the hardest-working citizens in this country, and for too long, Washington has ignored them. … It’s time for the working man and woman to finally get a break, and that’s what we’re doing.”
Trump has also suggested in the past ending taxes on tips and Social Security benefits.
Why this matters in Nevada
Both candidates highlighted policy in a key battleground state, Nevada. Home to the famous Las Vegas casinos, restaurants and hotels, the state employs more than 20% of Nevada’s workforce.
Trump said he first supported the policy after a waitress told him about her tax struggles. Republicans, who traditionally support lower taxes, added the proposal to their party platform. Several related bills backed by restaurant industry groups are now making their way through Congress.
LUKE GARRETT, BYLINE: Carlos Williams works as a server at an IHOP in La Plata, Maryland, earning $3.20 an hour plus tips. Williams said eliminating the tip tax would be a big help.
CARLOS WILLIAMS: Let’s say I make $200, right? Thirty dollars goes to taxes I owe — whether it’s toilet paper, cigarettes or a little savings.
GARRETT: The idea has been getting a lot of attention lately. Former President Trump brought it to national prominence at the last Republican National Convention, saying the idea came from a conversation he had with a server in Las Vegas.
