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Donald Trump held a rally in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on a day of municipal and school races, and the presidential preference primary. The rally, Trump’s eighth visit to Green Bay and his first in four years, took place on a cold, sleety day. Supporters, some of whom had attended multiple Trump rallies in the past, expressed concerns about issues such as the southern border, the economy, and treatment of veterans, and expressed hope for a Trump victory in the upcoming election.
Trump Rally in Green Bay Attracts Supporters Amid Sleet and Cold
Despite cold winds and sleet, numerous Trump supporters from northeastern Wisconsin queued on Tuesday afternoon outside the KI Convention Center in downtown Green Bay. Former President Trump was scheduled to deliver a speech at 5 p.m. on Tuesday. This marks his eighth visit to Green Bay, the first in four years.
Aside from the rally, northeastern Wisconsin is also bustling with municipal and school elections, along with the presidential preference primary for Wisconsin. The area also expects 8 to 12 inches of snow.
Southern Border a Key Issue for Green Bay Supporter
Ron Laurent, a 69-year-old Green Bay resident, attended the rally to see Trump in person. He missed the former president’s previous visits to Wisconsin. For Laurent, the key issues driving this election are southern border control and the economy.
Third Trump Rally for Supporter
Barb Austin, a Trump supporter, attended his rallies regularly. It was her third time attending a Trump rally; she traveled from Fremont to Green Bay after voting for Trump earlier in the day. She believes that Trump will be victorious “by a landslide” in November, despite no indications of systemic voter fraud in 2020.
Trump Supporters Find Respite from Cold, Sleet
At the Main Street parking ramp, the queue for the Trump rally extended. Tami Sankey and her boyfriend, Dusty Schroeder, both in matching black Aaron Jones Green Bay Packers jerseys, looked forward to hearing a positive message from Trump.
Father, Daughter from Suamico Express Loyalty to Trump
Steve and Annadee Sarokin from Suamico are regulars at Trump’s rallies. According to Steve, Trump “stands for what America stands for: a strong military, a strong economy, and safety for everyone.”
‘Daily Show’ Comedian Jordan Klepper Attends Green Bay Rally
Comedian Jordan Klepper, a contributor to “The Daily Show,” was also present at the Trump rally. He conducts humorous interviews with event attendees during election seasons.
About 150 People at KI Convention Center by 10 a.m.
By 10 a.m., approximately 150 people took shelter from the freezing rain inside the KI Center. Natalie, an attendee from Marinette, was given the day off by her boss to attend the rally.
Green Bay Forecast Calls for up to a Foot of Snow
According to the National Weather Service Green Bay, the area is expected to receive 8-12 inches of snow, with the heaviest snowfall anticipated in the evening and into Wednesday.
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