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Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democratic presidential candidate, has emerged as a significant figure in Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign, reflecting a dramatic shift in her political stance. Gabbard, who left the Democratic Party in 2022 to register as an independent, is set to moderate a Trump campaign event in La Crosse, Wisconsin, a critical battleground state.
Gabbard’s recent endorsement of Trump marks a stark departure from her prior Democratic positions. At a campaign rally in Michigan earlier this week, she publicly backed Trump, citing her concerns about current U.S. foreign policy and its implications for global stability. “This administration has us facing multiple wars on multiple fronts,” Gabbard said, emphasizing her belief that Trump could better serve as commander in chief.
Her political transformation includes adopting views more in line with Trump’s Republican base, notably in her opposition to U.S. support for Ukraine and criticism of Trump’s criminal indictments. Gabbard has accused the Biden administration of exacerbating global tensions and denounced the legal challenges against Trump as politically motivated attacks designed to interfere with the 2024 election.
Gabbard’s alignment with Trump also extends to her criticism of the Democratic Party’s policies and leadership. She has suggested that President Biden’s focus on diversity echoes “geneticist core principles” similar to those of Nazi ideology, a comparison that has drawn significant backlash.
As Trump prepares for his first debate against Vice President Kamala Harris, Gabbard’s role is seen as a strategic move to bolster Trump’s campaign with her military background and critique of current administration policies. Her endorsement and involvement underscore a deeper ideological shift from her earlier Democratic affiliations.