Donald Trump is once again proving that he simply cannot let go of Joe Biden, and he made this quite evident at a lively event in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania.

During the rally, he decided to retire some of his habitual jabs at Biden in favor of crafting something more intense.

No Polls Needed

For many years, Trump has been taking jabs at Biden with nicknames like “Sleepy Joe” and “Crooked Joe.” However, during a recent gathering that Trump claimed had drawn a crowd of 20,000 in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, he introduced a more aggressive nickname.

The event, initially intended to calm concerns about rising expenses, saw Trump straying frequently from the main topic, touching on familiar issues, particularly immigration.

While engaging with attendees, Trump found himself in a colorful, profanity-laced rant as he showcased his popularity in the state.

He said, “In the past, I’ve conducted polls by asking people at massive arenas—saving thousands on polling expenses. Typically, they’d favor ‘Crooked Joe,’ but to me, he’s simply a sleepy son of a b—-.”

Remarks on Ilhan Omar

Trump turned his focus onto Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar during the event, mentioning her Muslim faith and Somali origins. His comments extended to her traditional headwear and recycled the debunked story of her allegedly marrying her brother, calling her homeland a “hell hole.”

He mocked a presentation on display, dismissing it unfavorably compared to a chart on immigration policy that he humorously credited for sparing his life during a close call in Butler, Pennsylvania.

He admitted candidly, “It’s been a while since my last speech folks expect me to relax post-victory.”

Trump praised his Chief of Staff, Susie Wiles, playfully dubbing her “Susie Trump,” for encouraging him to resume his trademark rallies.

“You all know Susie Trump, also known as Susie Wiles—a stellar chief of staff,” he remarked briefly before transitioning to other topics.

Elaborating on the title ‘chief of staff’, he quipped about its contentious usage amongst Native Americans and their preferred acknowledgment of being recognized by name.

Pinning Blame on Biden

Trump’s rally arrives amidst polls indicating voters’ increasing doubts about his handling of economic matters. Recent electoral disappointments for Republicans have the White House contending that improving economic conditions are undercut by inflation issues unrelated to Biden’s administration.

Despite expert warnings that Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs could lead to price surges, Trump insists ongoing price moderation is an outcome of his efforts to undo Democratic-caused affordability issues.

In a statement, he claimed, “We’re driving prices down. Call it ‘affordability’ or whatever fits—it’s Democrats causing the affordability crisis, while we’re fixing it.”

Pushing Aside Prompters

Even though the term “affordability” was integral to his 2024 strategy, Trump often criticized reliance on it, labeling it a “Democrat hoax.”

The event unfolded in Republican Rep. Rob Bresnahan’s territory, narrowly won in 2024, and eyed by Democrats, with Scranton’s Mayor Paige Cognetti seeking to challenge him. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee launched digital offensives targeting Bresnahan over stock-related controversies while criticizing Trump’s negligence toward Washington’s corruption.

Prior to Trump’s address, Bresnahan assured followers that the government was tackling cost reductions. He pointed out that voters, uninterested in partisan squabbles, were demanding tangible results.

An hour into the event, Trump admitted to deviating from the planned script. The entire meeting stretched to an hour and thirty-six minutes.

He humorously confessed, “Barely glanced at the teleprompter. Yet, my writers bag accolades for speeches I haven’t fully read,” amusing the crowd.