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Trump's Location Mix-Up at Pennsylvania Rally Sparks Clarification

Aug 17, 2024, 09:18 PM

During a rally in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Donald Trump appeared to mistakenly refer to the location as North Carolina, asking the crowd, 'Would that be okay, North Carolina?' This statement led to confusion and criticism, as it seemed he was unaware of his actual location. However, supporters of Trump clarified that he was addressing a group of attendees from North Carolina, whom he had recognized earlier in his speech. The incident occurred two and a half months before Election Day, highlighting the scrutiny Trump faces as the oldest candidate for President.