UFC fighters rally Arab-American voters for Trump in Michigan
UFC stars back Trump for Middle East peace in Michigan rally
In Warren, Michigan, UFC fighters Justin Gaethje, Beneil Dariush, and Henry Cejudo rallied Arab-American voters, urging them to support Donald Trump in the upcoming election. Promoting Trump as a candidate who will fight for Middle East peace, the event was sponsored by a Conservative Middle Eastern political-action committee aiming to register these voters as Republicans. The event was coordinated with Ric Grenell, former Director of National Intelligence, who is active in Trump’s campaign to win over Michigan’s Arab-American population.
Manager Ali Abdelaziz, a friend of Trump and Grenell, facilitated the involvement of the UFC fighters. The event took place in a lavish Arab banquet hall in the Detroit area, a key battleground for Arab-American and Muslim votes. Approximately 50 attendees listened as each fighter spoke in support of Trump.
Justin Gaethje, known for his intense fights, humorously acknowledged his profession before expressing urgency in the political campaign. Henry Cejudo, wearing a “Trump For Peace” T-shirt, related his background as the son of Mexican immigrants to the crowd’s experiences as first-generation Americans, hoping to inspire change.
“Blessed are the peacemakers…” President Trump promises peace as he does outreach to the Arab & Muslim American Community. As the first Arab Muslim American woman to be elected to the Michigan Republican Party, I am proud to support Donald Trump for President! MAGA!… pic.twitter.com/uP3INARA4K
— 🇺🇲Rola Makki رلى مكي🇺🇲 (@Makki4Michigan) October 19, 2024
Beneil Dariush, an Assyrian Christian born in Iran, passionately addressed the audience, many of whom were Chaldeans. He praised Trump’s actions in the Middle East, contrasting them with former President Obama’s policies. Dariush highlighted Trump’s non-traditional Republican stance on foreign policy, pointing out that some extremists profit from war.
Rana Salem, a Chaldean American, echoed Dariush’s sentiments, emphasizing Trump’s role in ending ISIS. Dariush later reiterated his commitment to peace in the Middle East, second only to his family’s well-being in the U.S.
Ali Abdelaziz, the Egyptian-born manager, spoke candidly about the violence in the Middle East, praising Trump’s creation of the Abraham Accords. He criticised the current global conflicts under the present U.S. leadership.
Yemeni American Ali Aljahmi, who supports Trump, criticised the Biden-Harris administration for their handling of Middle East issues, particularly in Palestine. He labelled the situation as genocide and called Trump a peacemaker.
Arab-American activist Oubai Shahbandar, who moderated the event, noted that these outreach efforts have improved Trump’s polling numbers in Michigan. According to a recent Trafalgar Group survey, Trump and Harris are currently tied in the state.
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- AOL: UFC fighters Justin Gaethje, Beneil Dariush, and Henry Cejudo urge Arab-American voters in Michigan to support Trump, highlighting his potential as a peacemaker.(read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
Why were UFC fighters rallying Arab-American voters in Warren, Michigan?
They urged support for Donald Trump, promoting him as a candidate who will fight for Middle East peace.
Who coordinated the event with the UFC fighters?
The event was coordinated with Ric Grenell, former Director of National Intelligence.
What was the main message of Beneil Dariush at the rally?
He praised Trump’s actions in the Middle East and contrasted them with Obama’s policies.
How did Rana Salem view Trump’s role in the Middle East?
She emphasized Trump’s role in ending ISIS.
What was a key finding from a recent Trafalgar Group survey mentioned at the event?
Trump and Harris are currently tied in Michigan.
