Former President Donald Trump's town hall event in the Philadelphia suburbs took an unexpected turn on Monday when it transformed into an impromptu concert due to two medical emergencies that occurred during the session.
During the question-and-answer segment, a doctor in the room attended to the first individual who experienced a medical issue, prompting Trump to pause. Another emergency arose, leading to a halt in the discussion moderated by South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem. Trump decided to stop taking questions, attributing the incidents to the heat in the venue and inquiring about air conditioning.
Amid the interruptions, Trump requested the song 'Ave Maria' to be played, initially receiving an instrumental version. He later specified that he meant Luciano Pavarotti's rendition of the song, which was promptly adjusted.
After Noem announced that the second person was recovering, Trump spoke briefly before calling for music to be played. He expressed gratitude for the individuals involved and suggested concluding the evening with musical selections rather than further questions.
Trump's choice of music varied, including tracks like Sinead O'Connor's 'Nothing Compares 2 U,' Rufus Wainwright's cover of 'Hallelujah,' and Guns N' Roses' 'November Rain.' The atmosphere was likened to Trump's gatherings at Mar-a-Lago, where he often acts as a DJ among the affluent members of his private club.
Despite the music signaling the end of the event, Trump remained on stage, prompting more music and dancing for approximately 40 minutes. Some supporters departed, while others stayed until the conclusion, marked by the song 'Memory' from the musical 'Cats.'
Trump's national press secretary shared a photo of him on social media, referring to him as 'DJ TRUMP,' while a spokesperson highlighted the unique nature of the event, emphasizing Trump's distinct approach compared to traditional politicians.
