Trump Backpedals on Eyebrow-Raising No More Voting Remark
By Jake Beardslee ·
July 30, 2024
Former President Donald Trump stirred controversy with recent remarks at a Florida event, suggesting that if re-elected, supporters might not need to vote again. The statement, which raised concerns about potential threats to democratic norms, was later addressed by Trump in a Monday interview on Fox News' "The Ingraham Angle." GREG LOVETT/THE PALM BEACH POST / USA TODAY NETWORK
At Turning Point Action’s “Believers Summit” in Florida, Trump stated, "You won't have to do it anymore," and "Four years, it will be fixed, it will be fine. You won't have to vote anymore. In four years, you won't have to vote again." These comments prompted speculation about Trump's intentions regarding future elections and his willingness to leave office if elected. GREG LOVETT/THE PALM BEACH POST / USA TODAY NETWORK
Attempting to clarify his position, Trump told Fox News host Laura Ingraham, "You won't have to vote in four years, because the country will be fixed, and frankly, we won't even need your vote anymore." GREG LOVETT/THE PALM BEACH POST / USA TODAY NETWORK
He expressed surprise at the misunderstanding, saying, "I thought everybody understood it." Reid Glenn / USA TODAY NETWORK
When questioned about voluntarily leaving office after a potential four-year term, Trump responded, "I did last time," and redirected attention to his opponents, claiming, "They are the threat to democracy." GREG LOVETT/THE PALM BEACH POST / USA TODAY NETWORK
Trump's comments come amid ongoing legal challenges related to his efforts to contest the 2020 election results, including federal and state indictments concerning attempts to overturn President Joe Biden's victory. Mikala Compton/American-Statesman / USA TODAY NETWORK
These cases are currently on hold pending the upcoming election. Clay Banks / Unsplash
