Trump mocks ‘White Dudes for Harris’, says their wives and lovers will vote for him

Former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, 78, attacked the newly formed group, “White Dudes for Harris”, during his speech at the annual Al Smith charity dinner in New York.
Trump dismissed the group’s potential influence on the upcoming election which is set for November 5, quipping, “I’m not worried about them at all, because their wives and their wives’ lovers are all voting for me.”
The comment was part of his broader critique of his rival Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and her supporters.
The ‘White Dudes for Harris’ group was launched to rally support for Kamala Harris’s campaign, specifically targeting white men who feel disconnected from Trump’s brand of politics.
According to its founder, Ross Morales Rocketto, the group has already engaged over 200,000 men across the country.
“There is a real hunger out there for an alternative,” Rocketto said, referring to disillusioned voters, reported The Hill.
Their recent $10 million ad campaign targets battleground states like Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, aiming to sway white male voters who feel left behind by the Trump administration. One of their ads claims, “All they’ve ever done is screw us over.”
During his speech at the Al Smith dinner, Trump criticised Harris for skipping the event, which is known for its tradition of candidates sharing light-hearted banter and political humour.
Trump labelled her absence as “deeply disrespectful” and used the opportunity to throw several jabs at both Harris and President Biden, blending humour with sharp critiques typical of his campaign speeches.
Trump also joked about Chuck Schumer, majority leader of the United States Senate, saying he might have a chance to become the first woman president if Kamala Harris loses the election. The US presidential election is set for November 5.
The Al Smith dinner, a bipartisan charity event held annually, has long been a stage for presidential candidates to exchange jokes and political jabs.
This year, Trump’s performance continued the tradition, with his remarks drawing both laughter and controversy.