Trump Urges Women to Get Their “Fat Pig” Husbands to Vote at Detroit Rally, Sparks Backlash
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At a rally in Detroit on Friday, former President Donald Trump made headlines with a controversial remark aimed at motivating women to encourage their “fat pig” husbands to vote for him in the upcoming election. According to Mediaite, Trump urged his supporters to take advantage of early voting, emphasizing that the country’s future would be in jeopardy if he wasn’t re-elected.
During his speech, Trump stressed the importance of voter turnout, saying, “Early voting is underway, so get everyone you know and go out and vote. Go tomorrow. It’s just starting. Go and vote. Make sure you vote and bring all our friends that want to vote for us. Tell them.” However, the comment that drew the most attention was when he added, “Get your fat husband off the couch.
Get that fat pig off the couch. Tell him to go and vote for Trump. He is going to save our country. Get that guy the hell off our… Get him up, Jill. Slap him around. Get him up! … We want him off the couch to get out and vote.”
Social Media Reacts to Trump’s Remarks
Trump’s comments immediately triggered backlash online, with many criticizing the former president for insulting his own supporters. One user on X (formerly Twitter) wrote, “18 days to go— and Trump starts calling his own supporters ‘fat pigs’ who are too lazy to get off the couch to vote.” Another user questioned the appropriateness of Trump’s behavior, asking, “Is this what a Presidential candidate should act like? What an embarrassment to humanity.”
Others pointed out the irony of Trump making such remarks, given his own well-documented fondness for fast food. “Oh, the irony is just too rich! Trump, the human equivalent of a McDonald’s grease trap, is out here telling people to get their ‘fat pigs’ off the couch?” one user joked, adding, “The man’s idea of a workout is waddling from the golf cart to the snack bar, and he’s calling [others] out for being lazy?”
The Impact of Trump’s Comments on Women Voters
Trump’s rally came as early voting began in Detroit, with the rest of Michigan set to follow on October 26. Women have become a key demographic that Trump has struggled to win over, both in Michigan and nationwide. A September poll from the Associated Press revealed that more than half of registered female voters view Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris favorably, while only about one-third hold a positive opinion of Trump.
The contrast between Harris and Trump on key issues, particularly abortion rights, has contributed to this divide. Harris has maintained a consistent pro-choice stance, while Trump’s position on abortion has shifted over time, leaving many voters uncertain about where he stands.
Historically, early and mail-in voters have leaned toward Democratic candidates in presidential races, which could further challenge Trump’s efforts to win over female voters.
Detroit in the Crosshairs of Trump’s Campaign
In recent weeks, Trump has made pointed remarks about Detroit, claiming that if Harris were to win the presidency, “the whole country will end up being like Detroit.” He warned that it would lead to “economic Armageddon” for the city. However, at Friday’s rally, Trump softened his tone, calling Detroit a city with “great potential” and describing it as a “sacred place.”
Despite the softened rhetoric about Detroit, Trump’s controversial comments continue to fuel debates as he makes his case for a return to the White House. Whether his remarks will help or hinder his campaign remains to be seen, particularly with female voters, who have become an increasingly critical factor in the 2024 race.
