Former President Donald Trump Returns to Chicago Tuesday
Ahead of the Electoral Deadline, Trump to Appear in Downtown Chicago for Exclusive Interview with Bloomberg News and The Economic Club of Chicago
Former President Donald Trump plans to return to Chicago on Tuesday for a downtown event with Bloomberg News and The Economic Club of Chicago. This is the second time Trump has campaigned in Chicago this year, following a contentious visit in July.
Controversial Comments During July Visit
During his previous visit, Trump generated controversy by questioning the racial identity of Vice President Kamala Harris at the National Association of Black Journalists conference. At the event, Trump made several comments that were widely criticized, including claims that illegal immigrants are taking “Black jobs” and accusations that Rachel Scott of ABC News opened with “a very nasty question.”
When asked if it was appropriate to call Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris a “DEI hire,” Trump accused the vice president of previously “only promoting Indian heritage.”
“I didn’t know she was Black until a number of years ago when she happened to turn Black and now she wants to be known as Black,” Trump said.
“So I don’t know, is she Indian or is she Black?”
This Time: An Exclusive Interview with Bloomberg Editor-in-Chief
Trump will be interviewed by Bloomberg editor-in-chief John Micklethwait before members of The Economic Club of Chicago and their guests at a downtown Chicago hotel.
The 11 a.m. event will be live-streamed on The Economic Club of Chicago’s YouTube page and on Bloomberg News platforms.
Trump’s Campaign Schedule
Ahead of the election, Trump has held rallies in Aurora, Colorado on Friday and Coachella, California on Saturday. He’s also planning to hold a rally at New York City’s Madison Square Garden in late October, a rare late-campaign visit to a Democratic stronghold.
The former president has a history of staying at the Trump International Hotel & Tower in Chicago. He last stayed there on October 10 ahead of a Colorado rally.
How to Watch the Event
The event will be live-streamed on The Economic Club of Chicago’s YouTube page and on Bloomberg News platforms. The event starts at 11 a.m. on Tuesday.
Conclusion
Trump’s visit to Chicago comes as a significant event, with the election less than three weeks away. The event provides an opportunity for local residents to engage in a discussion with the former president and hear his perspective on current events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When and where is the event?
A: The event is taking place on Tuesday at a downtown Chicago hotel.
Q: What time does the event start?
A: The event starts at 11 a.m.
Q: How can I watch the event?
A: The event will be live-streamed on The Economic Club of Chicago’s YouTube page and on Bloomberg News platforms.
Former President Donald Trump shakes hands with Rachel Scott, senior congressional correspondent for ABC News, at the National Association of Black Journalists Annual Convention and Career Fair at the Hilton Chicago on July 31, 2024.
Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times file
