Trump claims Biden is the worst president for black people

Speaking at an African American church in Detroit, presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump criticized President Joe Biden, appealing to Black voters and churchgoers in the key battleground state of Michigan.

“He’s been the worst president for Black people,” Trump said Saturday afternoon at the 1800 Church, a modest brick building outside the city’s downtown core, where “Black Americans for Trump” signs were displayed.

“They’re taking your jobs” and “they’re invading your jobs,” Trump added in the roundtable discussion that was live on Newsmax and the free Newsmax2 streaming platform, criticizing open border policies that he believes have harmed hardworking urban communities.

Trump was making consecutive stops to engage Black and young voters, including at Turning Point Action’s The People’s Convention.

“It’s a very important area for us,” Trump expressed to the crowd in Detroit, promising to return “some Sunday” and attend a sermon.

“We have done more for the Black population than any president since Abraham Lincoln.”

Rep. Byron Donalds introduced Trump at the Detroit church, and Trump mentioned Donalds as a potential vice presidential running mate.

Trump’s weekend plans highlight the changing political landscape as he aims to prevent Democrat Biden from securing a second term.

Michigan holds great significance in the upcoming presidential election, with Black voters being crucial for Democrats. However, there are signs of mild dissatisfaction among Black voters with the 81-year-old Democrat.

Michael Whatley, chairman of the Republican National Committee, emphasized the importance of Michigan during a dinner with Michigan Republicans, stating that the state’s outcome could determine the result of the election.

Trump believes he can attract more Black voters with his economic and border security policies, as well as his felony indictments that make him more relatable.

Among Black adults, Biden’s approval rating has declined, with only 55% approval as of a poll conducted in March. About 8 in 10 Black voters have an unfavorable opinion of Trump.

Trump received 8% of the Black vote in 2020, and even a slight shift in Black voters’ support could be significant in a close election.

Maurice Morrison, a lifelong Detroit resident, expressed his support for Trump despite the president’s unpopularity in the community.

Turning Point’s growing influence in mainstream Republican politics was evident at the event, with prominent Republican figures like Sen. Rick Scott and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene participating.

Former Trump counselor Steve Bannon was also in attendance, despite facing a prison sentence for defying a U.S. House subpoena.

Conservative figure Vivek Ramaswamy criticized Democrats’ focus on diversity, calling for unity among conservatives.

This report includes information from The Associated Press.

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