"Donald Trump Criticizes Kamala Harris and Others at Charity Dinner"
"Donald Trump Criticizes Kamala Harris and Others at Charity Dinner"
At a Catholic charity event on Thursday, former President Donald Trump took the opportunity to criticize several prominent figures, including Vice President Kamala Harris and former New York Mayor Bill de Blasio. The occasion was the 79th annual Al Smith dinner, a white-tie event known for its light-hearted atmosphere, but Trump's remarks sparked some groans and boos from the audience.
Among his comments, Trump made a particularly controversial joke about the divorce of Harris’ husband, Douglas Emhoff, which he himself labeled as "nasty." He went on to criticize Harris for her delayed entry into the 2024 presidential race and mocked her for her distinctive laugh.
In a recent statement, former President Donald Trump candidly expressed his feelings toward competition, stating, "I never liked people I was competing against." Additionally, he openly criticized former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, calling him the "worst mayor" in the city's history. When the audience reacted, Trump responded bluntly, saying, "I don't give a s---," before clarifying, "That's not comedy, by the way—that's fact."
Harris opted out of attending the Al Smith dinner to focus on campaigning in the key battleground state of Wisconsin. In a brief video message, she offered only mild criticisms of Trump.
Trump's remarks at this year’s dinner echoed his 2016 appearance, where he frequently attacked Democratic rival Hillary Clinton. Reflecting on that past speech, Trump admitted he had gone "overboard" and that his aides were unhappy about it. However, he added, "I did it anyway – I didn’t give a damn."
Former President Donald Trump, confident in another electoral victory, took a jab at Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., during a recent speech. "Look on the bright side, Chuck," Trump quipped, "with how woke your party has become, if Kamala loses, you still have a chance to become the first woman president."
Trump, who was found liable in May by a New York jury in a hush money case, also addressed his ongoing legal battles, including indictments in four criminal cases and several investigations into his actions. He even extended sympathy to New York Mayor Eric Adams, who has faced recent legal troubles of his own, suggesting both are victims of government targeting.
Former President Donald Trump, attending the Al Smith Dinner, extended well wishes to New York City Mayor Eric Adams, saying, "Good luck with everything. They went after you, mayor."
In keeping with the event's tradition of light-hearted humor, Trump initially teased that he would tell a "few self-deprecating" jokes. However, he quickly backtracked, quipping, "Nope—I've got nothing... there's nothing to say." Former First Lady Melania Trump was also in attendance.
During his remarks, Trump referenced the numerous investigations and assassination attempts he's faced, humorously remarking, "I guess I just don't see the point of taking shots at myself when other people have been shooting at me for a hell of a long time."
At the conclusion of a nearly 30-minute speech, Donald Trump shifted to a more serious tone, acknowledging that he had considered avoiding humor altogether at the event. He pointed to the numerous challenges the nation is currently facing as his reason for this hesitation. "There's nothing funny about what's happening to our country," Trump remarked, underscoring the gravity of the situation.
"Harris responded in a video
"Harris responded in a video that blended both seriousness and humor. The video featured comedian Molly Shannon, best known for her time on Saturday Night Live, who took on the role of a young Catholic girl. In a lighthearted exchange, Shannon's character offered Harris advice on how to address her predominantly Catholic audience."
During a speech, Harris was advised not to lie, leading her to reference "election results," a nod to former President Donald Trump's continued protests regarding his loss in the 2020 election.
In another moment, Harris was cautioned against making negative remarks about Catholics. She responded by alluding to a recent Trump rally in Michigan, quipping, "That would be like criticizing Detroit in Detroit."
Additionally, Harris’s colleague Shannon reassured her, saying, "Don’t worry if you make a mistake – Catholic people are very forgiving."
Harris addressed the charitable initiatives supported by the Al Smith dinner, emphasizing its dedication to fostering bipartisanship. In contrast, neither Trump nor Harris acknowledged the deep divisions within the country. This omission stood in stark relief to comedian Jim Gaffigan, the evening's host, who humorously remarked on the potential for unrest following a contentious election.
Gaffigan, known for his portrayal of Harris’s running mate Tim Waltz on "Saturday Night Live," quipped, "We have just 19 days until the election—and possibly a civil war. Honestly, I'm feeling a bit anxious about it. This is my first civil war, guys."Let me know if you need any more adjustments!
He added, "Have we figured out who will wear blue and who will wear gray?"
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