Supporters of Donald Trump Call for Violence After His Conviction
Supporters of former President Donald Trump flooded pro-Trump websites with calls for riots, revolution, and violent retribution after his conviction on 34 felony counts by a New York jury. Threats of violence and intimidating rhetoric have escalated since Trump's loss in the 2020 election and false claims of voter fraud. Trump's baseless accusations of corruption against judges and prosecutors have incited a campaign of threats and intimidation. The guilty verdict has sparked further violent language from his followers, with some calling for attacks on Democrats and armed insurrection.
Key Points
- Supporters of Donald Trump called for riots, revolution, and violent retribution after his conviction on 34 felony counts by a New York jury
- Trump's baseless claims of corruption against judges and prosecutors have fueled threats and intimidation targeting court officials
- The guilty verdict has led to further violent language from Trump's followers, with some advocating for attacks on Democrats and armed insurrection
Pros
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Cons
- Calls for violence and insurrection
- Threats against judges and court officials
- Escalation of violent rhetoric among Trump supporters