Former President Donald Trump made a final appeal to young voters in State College, Pennsylvania, just 10 days ahead of the election. Addressing a crowd of students from the nearby Penn State University, Trump emphasized the need for his supporters to rally behind him, particularly those voting for the first time.
“I didn’t need this,” Trump said, addressing the young audience. “I had a good life. But I’m here for you. I’m in this fight for you.” He highlighted key issues that have been central to his campaign, including inflation, the economy, immigration, and American energy policy, tailoring some of his comments to resonate with the concerns of young voters.
Trump turned his attention to his opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, focusing on the economy. He warned that Harris would damage the country and jeopardize the inheritance of young Americans. “If you vote for me,” Trump said, “I will ensure that you begin your careers in a booming economy and a time of unprecedented peace and prosperity.”
The former president also discussed his foreign policy record, vowing not to engage in protracted and costly conflicts. “I will not send your kids to fight and die in a foolish, never-ending foreign war,” Trump said. He also touched on education, promising to rid schools of what he termed “wokeness” and restore greatness to America’s educational institutions.
Trump’s speech included a series of shoutouts to the Penn State University wrestling team, which he invited to the stage. A team member addressed the crowd, expressing gratitude for Trump’s recognition and urging supporters to make their voices heard at the polls. “We need to win this election,” the wrestler said. “Let’s make America great again. Go vote.” Recent polling from RealClearPolitics shows Trump narrowly leading Harris in the state, with a margin of less than 1 percentage point.
