Staff Reports
Former President Donald Trump made a strong comeback to Capitol Hill on Thursday, meeting with House and Senate Republicans ahead of the upcoming Republican National Convention. During the meeting, Trump emphasized the importance of unity and rallied support from prominent Republican figures like Senators Mitch McConnell and Mitt Romney.
Trump’s visit received a warm reception from House Republicans, showcasing strong unity behind his candidacy. The former president also met with GOP senators, where the prevailing sentiment was focused on winning the November election and addressing national concerns such as inflation, funding for Iran, and border security.
TRUMP: "We're a nation that's in decline. We're a declining nation. We're a nation that is being laughed at all over the world. We have a leader that's being laughed at all over the world." pic.twitter.com/sbt7MTahnF
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In addition to rallying Republican support, Trump took the opportunity to criticize President Joe Biden’s leadership, particularly as Biden was attending the G7 Summit in Italy. Trump emphasized the need for a return to greatness and expressed the collective desire among those standing with him to make the country great again.
Overall, Trump’s return to Capitol Hill served as a unifying moment for Republicans, highlighting their determination to win the upcoming election and address critical national issues.
