President-elect Trump Draws Over 20,000 to First Post-Election Rally at AmericaFest

Dec 22, 2024, 04:24 PM

President-elect Donald Trump delivered his first rally-style speech since his decisive election victory at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest 2024 conference in Phoenix, Arizona, on December 22. Thousands of supporters began lining up before dawn, with lines forming as early as 3 a.m., and the Phoenix Convention Center reached full capacity with over 20,000 attendees by the time Trump took the stage at 12:30 p.m. ET. Trump arrived in Phoenix aboard his plane, "Trump Force One," and was greeted by massive crowds. Due to the overwhelming turnout, the fire marshal closed entrance to the convention center as the hall reached capacity. The event, organized by the conservative group Turning Point USA, saw young supporters eager to hear Trump's address. In his speech, Trump outlined his plans for his first 100 days in office, touching on topics such as border security, economic policies, and the administration's agenda. This event marks a significant moment for the president-elect as he prepares for his upcoming inauguration. Coverage of the event was broadcast live by several media outlets, including NEWSMAX and C-SPAN, reflecting the high level of public interest in Trump's return to the rally stage.