The NPR Politics Podcast Trump's Nevada Rally Violated State Covid Rules. He Held It Anyway.
Sep 14, 2020
The podcast dives into President Trump's controversial rally in Nevada, which violated state COVID-19 rules, stirring local outrage. It highlights the Trump campaign's targeted outreach to Latino voters while contrasting it with Biden's struggles in engagement. The discussions reveal differing campaign strategies between traditional door-knocking and digital outreach amid the pandemic. Moreover, Trump's visit to California during wildfires prompts a look at emergency management responses and the implications of current political tactics on voter mobilization.
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Trump's Nevada Rally
- President Trump held an indoor rally in Nevada, defying state COVID-19 regulations.
- This was after authorities shut down his planned outdoor airport event.
Targeting Latino Voters
- The Trump campaign targets Latino voters in Nevada, a close swing state.
- Democratic activists express concern over Biden's campaign's outreach to this demographic.
California Wildfires
- Both Biden and Trump are visiting California to address the wildfires.
- Biden criticizes Trump's climate denial, linking it to the disaster.