Not involved in terror activities, they are great people: Here’s how Trump praised Muslim voters
Washington, D.C. — In a campaign rally ahead of Election Day, U.S. President-Elect Donald Trump praised his Muslim supporters, highlighting what he described as a “beautiful movement” of Muslims rallying behind him, particularly in the crucial swing state of Michigan. Trump, who has been elected for a second term following a closely contested election, noted that support from Muslim voters has grown significantly, which he believes contributed to his positive performance in Michigan and potentially other key states.
Addressing the rally, Trump spoke warmly of his Muslim supporters, describing them as peace-oriented and intelligent individuals who seek stability and avoid conflict. “They want peace. They really do. They don't want to be in wars. They're very smart," Trump stated, lauding their character and desire for peaceful coexistence. He attributed the origins of the “Muslims for Trump” movement to a small initiative that quickly gained momentum and blossomed into a voting bloc for him in Michigan.
Trump went on to express his appreciation for the group, describing it as an honor to have their support. He acknowledged their contribution to what he characterized as strong election numbers in Michigan, Georgia, and Pennsylvania — all critical battlegrounds in this election cycle. “And I think they might very well be responsible for the kind of numbers we're showing up in Michigan,” Trump said, adding that similar trends were apparent in other swing states.
In his speech, Trump sought to counter stereotypes and misconceptions about the Muslim community. He emphasized that his Muslim supporters do not condone or engage in extremist activities, but rather are individuals focused on peace and community stability. “They’re not involved in the terror and all the things that are going on. They're great people," he remarked, signaling a shift from his previously contentious rhetoric about Muslims.
Concluding his remarks, Trump expressed hope that this alliance would foster “tremendous cohesion” among Americans of diverse backgrounds, stressing his optimism about the role this support could play in bridging divides. He encouraged members of the "Muslims for Trump" group to stand up at the rally, thanking them for their role in his campaign’s success.
The rally was one of Trump’s last public appearances before Election Day and was seen as part of his strategy to consolidate support from a range of demographic groups, especially in pivotal states. His victory in Michigan, in particular, was seen as a result of his ability to appeal to various communities, including Muslims who may have previously felt alienated by his earlier stances.
Trump's second term as president now awaits inauguration, with his team indicating that his administration will focus on uniting Americans across different backgrounds and faiths, hoping to build on the support seen from groups like "Muslims for Trump."
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Bengal MLA Humayun Kabir floats new party days after laying foundation for Babri-style mosque
Beldanga (WB), Dec 22 (PTI): West Bengal MLA Humayun Kabir on Monday floated a new outfit, Janata Unnayan Party, days after he was suspended by the TMC for laying the foundation stone for a Babri-style mosque in Murshidabad district.
Addressing a public meeting in Beladanga, Kabir named eight candidates that his new party will field in the 2026 assembly elections in the state.
Kabir, the MLA of Bharatpur, said he would contest the assembly polls from two seats, Rejinagar and Beldanga in Murshidabad.
"We can only tell you later how many seats we will be finally contesting," he told the gathering.
Kabir said his mission is to oust Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee from power in the assembly polls, which will be due in less than six months.
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"Mamata Banerjee is no longer the same person I knew. She is beyond the reach of the common man," he alleged.
The BJP alleged Kabir was working to help the TMC return to power.
"Kabir will not be a factor in the next assembly polls. He will face the drubbing of the electorate along with his old friend TMC, with which he is still in touch in a clandestine manner. Both Kabir and his new party will be rejected by the people of Bengal," state BJP president Samik Bhattacharya claimed.
He claimed Kabir was attempting to split "BJP votes" in the assembly polls.
"In the wake of the situation in Bangladesh, people of Bengal will thwart Kabir's attempts and elect a strong nationalist force like the BJP, only which can defeat fundamentalists," he claimed.
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The TMC is yet to comment on Kabir's new party.
The TMC had suspended Kabir on December 4 after his announcement to build a Babri-style mosque triggered a massive row.
On December 6, the day the Babri Masjid was razed in Ayodhya in 1992, a defiant Kabir laid the foundation stone for the mosque at Rejinagar.
Kabir has had a tryst with most of the major political parties in the state over the last 10 years.
In 2015, he was "expelled" by the TMC for six years for criticising the CM and alleging that she was trying to make her nephew, Abhishek Banerjee, the "king".
He contested the 2016 assembly elections as an Independent from the Rejinagar seat, but lost to Congress candidate Rabiul Alam Chowdhury. He subsequently joined the Congress, which then had a huge presence in the district, but switched to the BJP ahead of the 2019 Lok Sabha polls.
The BJP fielded him as its candidate in the Murshidabad Lok Sabha seat, and managed to secure the third spot after the TMC and Congress nominees. He then returned to the TMC and, in 2021, became the MLA of Bharatpur.
