Payam Javan: Former President Donald Trump held a rally in Uniondale, New York, marking his first full-scale event since surviving an attempted assassination at his golf course in Florida. The rally, hosted at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, attracted a large crowd of supporters, many of whom expressed concern about the recent attack. Attendees voiced frustration with the Secret Service’s protective measures, following two assassination attempts in the past two months. Trump commended the efforts of the agent who thwarted the Florida incident, using the event as a platform to strengthen his political resolve.

During his speech, Trump touched on a wide range of topics, including his ambitions for New York in the upcoming presidential election, despite current polling showing Vice President Kamala Harris leading in the state. He highlighted the strategic importance of Long Island’s congressional districts for Republican control of the House. Trump also addressed the recent bomb scare in the area, which was later debunked by authorities. The rally coincided with the Teamsters Union’s decision to withhold a presidential endorsement, which Trump promoted as a victory for his campaign.

In addition to discussing political dynamics, Trump promised significant policy changes if reelected. He pledged to designate Ground Zero as a national monument, restore the full state and local tax (SALT) deduction, and introduce the Trump Reciprocal Trade Act, which would equalize tariffs between the U.S. and foreign countries. These proposals, particularly the SALT deduction restoration, were aimed at appealing to New York voters. Trump’s campaign continues to focus on rebuilding support and maintaining Republican momentum ahead of the next election.