Former President Donald Trump held a campaign rally in New Mexico, emphasizing the importance of his relationship with the Hispanic and Latino community. During the rally in Albuquerque, Trump expressed his belief that Hispanic Americans support him, praising their intelligence and work ethic. He claimed to have treated the community better than the Democrats and highlighted his appeal to Hispanic voters.
Trump's remarks included a statement that Hispanics love him and that he values their contributions as entrepreneurs and business owners. He asserted that his presence in New Mexico was aimed at strengthening his standing with the Hispanic and Latino community, suggesting that his support among this demographic was significant.
However, Trump's assertion that he won the state in both the 2016 and 2020 elections is inaccurate. President Joe Biden defeated Trump in New Mexico in 2020 by a substantial margin, and Hillary Clinton secured victory in the state in 2016. Despite these electoral outcomes, Trump's rally focused on his appeal to Hispanic voters and his efforts to garner support from this demographic.
Trump's campaign rally in New Mexico underscored his strategy to engage with Hispanic and Latino voters, positioning himself as a candidate who values their support and contributions. His remarks aimed to portray his administration's treatment of the community in a positive light and to contrast his approach with that of the Democratic Party. As the former president continues his political activities, his outreach to diverse voter groups remains a key aspect of his messaging and campaign efforts.