During a speech in Atlanta preceding a fundraising event, Donald Trump strongly criticized Jewish voters who had thrown their support behind President Biden. He framed the upcoming election as a pivotal moment in determining the strength of Christianity's influence in the United States. Trump's remarks were a continuation of his ongoing criticism of Biden's handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict and the administration's stance on LGBTQ rights, particularly transgender issues. Trump accused Biden of mishandling the Israel situation, stating that any Jewish individual voting for a Democrat or Biden should reconsider their decision.
Moreover, Trump sought to energize his Christian base by highlighting the significance of Election Day, which he dubbed "Christian Visibility Day." By framing the election in religious terms, Trump aimed to rally support from conservative Christians, emphasizing the importance of their turnout in the upcoming election.
Additionally, Trump condemned Biden's recognition of the International Transgender Day of Visibility, aligning himself with conservative Christian sentiments on social issues like abortion. Despite positioning himself to the left of some activists on the Christian right regarding abortion policy, Trump did not invoke religious doctrines or loyalties on this matter. Instead, he focused on advocating for leaving abortion policy to state governments and cautioned against pursuing absolute bans, adopting an approach that diverged from the most outspoken activists on the Christian right.
