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Trump Rally in Ohio Turns Violent Amid Claims of Paid Protesters
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Incident at Youngstown Rally
During a Monday-night rally for Donald Trump at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown, Ohio, video captured a female protester displaying a “Release the Epstein Files” T-shirt. Several attendees pulled at her clothing, one man shoved her backward, another struck her face and pulled her hair while chanting “USA, USA, USA.” Police later intervened and escorted the woman out of the venue. No arrests were reported.
Earlier Texas Rally Incident
The Youngstown episode occurred less than one week after a rally in San Antonio, Texas, on October 7, when a protester near the stage began yelling and was grabbed by a man who yanked the individual’s hair to the ground.
Official Statements & Responses
A spokesperson for the Mahoning County sheriff’s office confirmed that no arrests were made in connection with the Youngstown incident. He also mocked the woman’s weight, saying she needed to “go on a diet fast.”
Public Reaction
Social-media commenters called for charges against the men who assaulted the protester and criticized Trump’s remarks as a “fat joke.” Political commentator Keith Edwards expressed hope that the woman would press charges.
Verbatim Quotes
- “They’re all paid. They get paid by the lefties in order to destroy our country. They’re scum. But he’s going back home to Mom. He’s going back home to Mom.” — Look, at him,” the president
- “Let me ask you a question: is there anything like a Trump rally? Is there anything like it?” — Donald Trump