Staff Reports
Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-TX) is on a mission, and it’s about to make Democrats very uncomfortable. The Texas congressman believes it’s time to pry black voters away from the Democrats’ tight grip and swing them over to Trump’s side. Hunt’s not alone in this ambitious venture; he’s got big names like Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) and Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) backing him up. They’ve been crisscrossing the country, targeting disillusioned black voters, urging them to consider what Trump has to offer.
In an eyebrow-raising twist, Hunt’s not just focusing on black men, who have already shown signs of breaking away from the Democrats’ narrative, but also on black women. Yes, you heard that right. Even the most reliable voting bloc for the Democratic Party is in his sights. Hunt told the Washington Examiner he’s been taken aback by the number of black women approaching him, expressing frustration with the status quo. It seems some folks are nostalgic for the pre-Biden era, and they’d like to revisit those ‘golden days’ before the economic malaise and endless pandering took over.
Wesley Hunt works to boost Trump’s black support to make it ‘impossible’ for Biden to win #DonaldTrump #JoeBiden #Missouri #Presidentialelectionhttps://t.co/hBKXuKvKy6
— Denrrick Curry (@CurryDenrrick) July 17, 2024
Black women have been the crown jewels of Democratic voter turnout, often showing up in droves with a 90% loyalty rate. However, Hunt believes even a small dip in those numbers could be a game-changer for Trump’s campaign. Hunt thinks shaving off just a few percentage points from the black women’s voter base, combined with garnering 25% of the black male vote, would make the path to victory for Democrats practically non-existent.
To cement these gains, Hunt plans to keep his foot on the gas, hosting more outreach events and tirelessly working to get black voters to the polls. The math is simple: if Trump bags a quarter of the black male vote, the Democrats would struggle to compensate the loss, making it an uphill battle for Biden.
Even though Hunt didn’t snag the VP slot on Trump’s ticket—an honor that went to Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH)—he’s still ready to serve in any capacity if asked. The recent Republican National Convention showcased a GOP united in their mission to re-elect Trump. Hunt’s focus is clear: Trump must win in November. Cabinet roles and other positions are secondary, at least for now.
Interestingly, Trump’s considering a roster of former rivals for his Cabinet, including Gov. Doug Burgum (R-ND) and Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL). This move demonstrates Trump’s keen sense to assemble a top-tier team. Hunt is confident that Trump’s “deep bench” will ensure the right people fill the right roles at the right time.
As the campaign gains traction, Hunt is standing by, ready to campaign wherever needed. From Iowa to New Mexico to Delaware, Hunt has been tirelessly advocating for Trump. The waiting game for specific instructions continues, but one thing is clear: Hunt and the GOP won’t rest until Trump is back in the Oval Office. The next few months promise to be anything but dull as the GOP’s strategy unfolds.
