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Trump Rallies at Mack Trucks, Attacks Tariffs, Trans Policies

6/24/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump staged a rally at Mack Trucks’ Lehigh Valley plant in Macungie, Pennsylvania on June 23, 2026, where he attacked tariffs, immigration and Democrats’ transgender policies, calling the latter child mutilation.
He delivered the speech despite a poll showing two-thirds of Americans disapprove of his performance.
Analysts said the rally reflected anxiety over a fracturing Republican base and aimed to reassure working-class coalition that delivered his victories.

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U.S. President Donald Trump staged a rally at Mack Trucks’ Lehigh Valley plant in Macungie, Pennsylvania on June 23, 2026, where he attacked tariffs, immigration and Democrats’ transgender policies, calling the latter child mutilation.
He delivered the speech despite a poll showing two-thirds of Americans disapprove of his performance.
Analysts said the rally reflected anxiety over a fracturing Republican base and aimed to reassure working-class coalition that delivered his victories.