>“It would be an extreme strain on our resources,” **Mayor Rob Rue, a Republican,** said on Tuesday, speaking with members of the media at City Hall, reports NBC News.
>“So it’d be fine with me if they decided not to make that visit.”
>Rue’s frank comments follow repeated false claims by the former president and his running mate JD Vance that Haitians are kidnapping and “eating the dogs” and cats of local residents.
>NBC News also reported that plans are afoot for **Trump to visit Springfield “soon,”** prompting the mayor to voice his displeasure.
Surprise surprise. The Springfield mayor is a Republican. Trump is making violence great again in Republican cities.
Trump is planning a visit to Springfield. That’s a terrible idea.
Will the food trucks be serving hot dogs and catchup?
zedanger on
The mayor of springfield is a *currently elected* GOP official, so whatever his private thoughts may be, he’s much more… demure and mindful, let’s say, in his public position– which is such a visit would be a ‘strain on (their) resources’.
Not particularly harsh criticism, one might argue, given that the standard-bearer of his political party *continues*, without any evidence, to malign the community he was elected to serve.
But, hey. That’s a cult of personality for you.
feral-pug on
Wish we’d skip right to the part where Trump tries to flee to Russia or Venezuela to escape justice.
Organic-Respect-4191 on
Like Trump has any idea where he is anymore…
The__Illuminaughty on
>His outrageous comments have led to bomb threats–so far proven to be fake–school closures and other city buildings to be evacuated.
How is he allowed to run for president?
SnowflakeYX on
Would this be the third attack attempt that comes to nothing if he actually shows up there?It would be ideal for him to prove that evil migrants live in Springfield, it would play into his hands,stay tuned.😎
z7q2 on
I’ve already been writing the Battle of Springfield fanfic in my head for a few days, could some wierd standoff happen where Trump says he’s coming in and the town tries to stop him? Even if it ends up being some hastily arranged presser in the parking lot of a Dunkin just outside of town, I’m still curious what’s brewing here.
dravenonred on
Jokes on you buddy! Trump doesn’t really respect clearly defined boundaries.
sildish2179 on
Why are Republicans sending criminals to Springfield?
_DapperDanMan- on
Mayor will vote for his cult leader.
Raa03842 on
Message to mayor: if he comes, even though no one wants him. Make sure he pays in advance for all the police, public works prep, etc. that your town will need to spend. Including the cost for crowd control. Also make sure he has ALL the “proper” permits.
You may want to limit where he goes. I would restrict his movements to only be at the local town dump or someplace similar. Trash on the street tends to spread easily.
If JD also comes make sure to post warnings for folks to take precautions to protect their couches.
Sea_Duck on
If I was in the Oscar Meyer marketing dept, that hotdog mobile would be following one of the campaigns 24/7. Free press.
Which means he’s gonna try to come now…..and will stiff the town for all the necessary law enforcement and other logistical support…..
Meeseeks_and_Destroy on
Tell Trump to get ahold of Mayor Quimby and set up his visit to Springfield with his office. I’m sure Police Chief Wiggum and his men will provide the best security possible.
anaisdupontnyc on
I would note that this situation only emphasizes how important it is to ensure the accountability of political figures. False statements and negative impact on local communities are a serious problem. It is important that any visits, even unauthorized ones, are considered taking into account the needs and wishes of local residents. Unfortunately, in times of political tension, such situations can lead to further conflicts and misunderstandings.
OrbeaSeven on
Good for the mayor. Would get my vote if I lived there.
ivyagogo on
If he does go to Springfield, I think anyone who is remotely close to Ohio show up in huge numbers with their Harris/Walz signs. I’d drive from New York for that.
Werftflammen on
He will try
almost_notterrible on
“We don’t want this!”
“No, actually you do want this.”
-Republicans, the party of limited governance.
damnthistrafficjam on
Trump is like political herpes. He’s gonna show up every once in a while, and we’ll never fully be rid of him.
Great-Hotel-7820 on
I don’t get how here is anyone not tired of this asshole.
MadFlava76 on
If he goes, I hope the entire city protests against him and throw eggs and rotten produce at him.
bookemmalane on
A GOP mayor telling Trump to stay away after his offensive remarks shows that even within his own party, there are limits to what people will tolerate. It’s a sign that not all Republicans align with Trump’s rhetoric, especially when it crosses certain boundaries.
ActFar4388 on
Trump should go there. Laugh him off the stage.
Danominator on
Denounce his ass and stand up for your people. You don’t have to be a spineless worm that capitulates to this geriatric fuck. Tell everybody that it’s bullshit, the Haitian are members of the community, and say you won’t be voting for trump.
Infamous-Nectarine-2 on
The real scary thing is that Trump and the GOP are showing they can flat out lie and cause hell for a town of innocent people who did nothing that they were accused of. So now what? Everyone they don’t like they’ll just make up shit about and have these people who are inclined to commit political violence just take over places? Disgusting
TemetNosce_AutMori on
This is gonna sound harsh but the people of Springfield deserve to be treated like open-mouthed toilets.
60% of them voted for the biggest hate monger in American history. Now the hatred they voted for is spilling into them and their Republican leadership still can’t bring themselves to face the truth.
I hope the lives of every single person who votes Republican are totally and completely thrown into chaos because that’s exactly what those fuckers wanted for the rest of us.
SiidChawsby on
He’s making an enemy out of everyone
dmp2you on
Vivek will be filling in for trumps hate fest . Why the fuck did they allow this ?
Vivek Ramaswamy has scheduled a town hall in Springfield on Thursday night.
CDavis10717 on
(Trump now on MapQuest planning route for Springfield, OH visit.)
earthgreen10 on
if i was a poilitician, i would prob start a random rumor of a random city as well lol
dinocakeparty on
They never get it until the leopard eats their face.
Ryan1980123 on
Now he’s going for sure. I did nothing wrong. I just showed up and gave a speech. Greatest speech ever I’m hearing.
RevivedMisanthropy on
Face-eating leopards have been spotted in your area
FingFrenchy on
So I know he isn’t going to visit Springfield to apologize, so why exactly is he’s wanting to go? To bring more attention to his batshit crazy comments? Genius.
Lnsatiabie on
Why do I smell a 3rd attempt incoming…
DoomOne on
The best and quickest way to get Trump to do something is to tell him not to do it.
Very_Nice_Zombie on
Make no mistake – he’ll still vote for Trump
Oceanbreeze871 on
“I don’t like that he made up lies and terrorized my town with bomb threats for no reason but I’m still voting for him”-local conservatives
outremonty on
Also the mayor (and most residents of Ohio): “I’m still voting for you so pwease stop being so embarrassing! Any day now… I have FAITH in you!”
Automatic-Ostrich135 on
I wonder if Vance will pay a price in 2028 for essentially inviting threats to residents of his own state?
If/when Trump shows up in defiance of the Governor and Mayor, it’ll only serve to further highlight the hateful rhetoric and the obvious disregard for humans who don’t look, speak, think, worship, or vote like him and his followers.
No_Discount7919 on
I wonder if this mayor will still vote for him. What a dumb ass political party. I’d bet if the rhetoric and chaos were happening to a different city this mayor would pile on to it.
Informal-Inevitable2 on
This would such a great opportunity for Kamala and walz to take back the spotlight and flip this whole situation. Do a townhall in Springfield and use it as an opportunity to highlight the positive impact these immigrants have had and show the country they are real people. On top of that she can hear the issues of the town directly and offer to help provide additional federal assistance, and show those voters that Vance and trump only care about the issue when it serves them. I sincerely hope someone on her team is planning this.
thomport on
MUCH respect to this Mayor.
What Trump does i.e. chastising people, terrorizing people, minimizing people making fun of immigrants and making up horrid lies that put them in danger has nothing to do with politics or religion.
It’s blasphemous, and the evangelical Christians know this, but still support this evil minded Coup Master.
soulstonedomg on
Well you publicly tell him that and he’s just going to do it even harder. Just because. I say keep fanning the flames on this issue as it genuinely hurts him. I’ve finally sensed some cracks forming in my coworkers trying to dodge this one in their support for dump.
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Guys. They are *eating* the dogs!
>“It would be an extreme strain on our resources,” **Mayor Rob Rue, a Republican,** said on Tuesday, speaking with members of the media at City Hall, reports NBC News.
>“So it’d be fine with me if they decided not to make that visit.”
>Rue’s frank comments follow repeated false claims by the former president and his running mate JD Vance that Haitians are kidnapping and “eating the dogs” and cats of local residents.
>NBC News also reported that plans are afoot for **Trump to visit Springfield “soon,”** prompting the mayor to voice his displeasure.
Surprise surprise. The Springfield mayor is a Republican. Trump is making violence great again in Republican cities.
Trump is planning a visit to Springfield. That’s a terrible idea.
In case you hadn’t heard the crazy part
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=I6qe6ivTKF8
Will the food trucks be serving hot dogs and catchup?
The mayor of springfield is a *currently elected* GOP official, so whatever his private thoughts may be, he’s much more… demure and mindful, let’s say, in his public position– which is such a visit would be a ‘strain on (their) resources’.
Not particularly harsh criticism, one might argue, given that the standard-bearer of his political party *continues*, without any evidence, to malign the community he was elected to serve.
But, hey. That’s a cult of personality for you.
Wish we’d skip right to the part where Trump tries to flee to Russia or Venezuela to escape justice.
Like Trump has any idea where he is anymore…
>His outrageous comments have led to bomb threats–so far proven to be fake–school closures and other city buildings to be evacuated.
How is he allowed to run for president?
Would this be the third attack attempt that comes to nothing if he actually shows up there?It would be ideal for him to prove that evil migrants live in Springfield, it would play into his hands,stay tuned.😎
I’ve already been writing the Battle of Springfield fanfic in my head for a few days, could some wierd standoff happen where Trump says he’s coming in and the town tries to stop him? Even if it ends up being some hastily arranged presser in the parking lot of a Dunkin just outside of town, I’m still curious what’s brewing here.
Jokes on you buddy! Trump doesn’t really respect clearly defined boundaries.
Why are Republicans sending criminals to Springfield?
Mayor will vote for his cult leader.
Message to mayor: if he comes, even though no one wants him. Make sure he pays in advance for all the police, public works prep, etc. that your town will need to spend. Including the cost for crowd control. Also make sure he has ALL the “proper” permits.
You may want to limit where he goes. I would restrict his movements to only be at the local town dump or someplace similar. Trash on the street tends to spread easily.
If JD also comes make sure to post warnings for folks to take precautions to protect their couches.
If I was in the Oscar Meyer marketing dept, that hotdog mobile would be following one of the campaigns 24/7. Free press.
**Trump is Racist:**
Trumps long history of racism
https://www.vox.com/2016/7/25/12270880/donald-trump-racist-racism-history
Trump holds rallies in ‘Sundown Towns’
https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-backlash-rally-locations-sundown-towns-1947418
Trump holds rally in Tulsa on Juneteenth
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/jun/12/trump-to-hold-election-rally-in-city-of-tulsa-race-massacre-on-juneteenth
Democratic Rep. Lists All of Trump’s Past Racist Comments | NowThis
https://youtu.be/TP9OG3dY0eY?si=isLww3OSlT3UlwuL
President Donald Trump’s History Of Racist Remarks | AM Joy | MSNBC
https://youtu.be/88Ff9OT1sos?si=tTvoAsIDVpCzvenc
Which means he’s gonna try to come now…..and will stiff the town for all the necessary law enforcement and other logistical support…..
Tell Trump to get ahold of Mayor Quimby and set up his visit to Springfield with his office. I’m sure Police Chief Wiggum and his men will provide the best security possible.
I would note that this situation only emphasizes how important it is to ensure the accountability of political figures. False statements and negative impact on local communities are a serious problem. It is important that any visits, even unauthorized ones, are considered taking into account the needs and wishes of local residents. Unfortunately, in times of political tension, such situations can lead to further conflicts and misunderstandings.
Good for the mayor. Would get my vote if I lived there.
If he does go to Springfield, I think anyone who is remotely close to Ohio show up in huge numbers with their Harris/Walz signs. I’d drive from New York for that.
He will try
“We don’t want this!”
“No, actually you do want this.”
-Republicans, the party of limited governance.
Trump is like political herpes. He’s gonna show up every once in a while, and we’ll never fully be rid of him.
I don’t get how here is anyone not tired of this asshole.
If he goes, I hope the entire city protests against him and throw eggs and rotten produce at him.
A GOP mayor telling Trump to stay away after his offensive remarks shows that even within his own party, there are limits to what people will tolerate. It’s a sign that not all Republicans align with Trump’s rhetoric, especially when it crosses certain boundaries.
Trump should go there. Laugh him off the stage.
Denounce his ass and stand up for your people. You don’t have to be a spineless worm that capitulates to this geriatric fuck. Tell everybody that it’s bullshit, the Haitian are members of the community, and say you won’t be voting for trump.
The real scary thing is that Trump and the GOP are showing they can flat out lie and cause hell for a town of innocent people who did nothing that they were accused of. So now what? Everyone they don’t like they’ll just make up shit about and have these people who are inclined to commit political violence just take over places? Disgusting
This is gonna sound harsh but the people of Springfield deserve to be treated like open-mouthed toilets.
60% of them voted for the biggest hate monger in American history. Now the hatred they voted for is spilling into them and their Republican leadership still can’t bring themselves to face the truth.
I hope the lives of every single person who votes Republican are totally and completely thrown into chaos because that’s exactly what those fuckers wanted for the rest of us.
He’s making an enemy out of everyone
Vivek will be filling in for trumps hate fest . Why the fuck did they allow this ?
Vivek Ramaswamy has scheduled a town hall in Springfield on Thursday night.
(Trump now on MapQuest planning route for Springfield, OH visit.)
if i was a poilitician, i would prob start a random rumor of a random city as well lol
They never get it until the leopard eats their face.
Now he’s going for sure. I did nothing wrong. I just showed up and gave a speech. Greatest speech ever I’m hearing.
Face-eating leopards have been spotted in your area
So I know he isn’t going to visit Springfield to apologize, so why exactly is he’s wanting to go? To bring more attention to his batshit crazy comments? Genius.
Why do I smell a 3rd attempt incoming…
The best and quickest way to get Trump to do something is to tell him not to do it.
Make no mistake – he’ll still vote for Trump
“I don’t like that he made up lies and terrorized my town with bomb threats for no reason but I’m still voting for him”-local conservatives
Also the mayor (and most residents of Ohio): “I’m still voting for you so pwease stop being so embarrassing! Any day now… I have FAITH in you!”
I wonder if Vance will pay a price in 2028 for essentially inviting threats to residents of his own state?
If/when Trump shows up in defiance of the Governor and Mayor, it’ll only serve to further highlight the hateful rhetoric and the obvious disregard for humans who don’t look, speak, think, worship, or vote like him and his followers.
I wonder if this mayor will still vote for him. What a dumb ass political party. I’d bet if the rhetoric and chaos were happening to a different city this mayor would pile on to it.
This would such a great opportunity for Kamala and walz to take back the spotlight and flip this whole situation. Do a townhall in Springfield and use it as an opportunity to highlight the positive impact these immigrants have had and show the country they are real people. On top of that she can hear the issues of the town directly and offer to help provide additional federal assistance, and show those voters that Vance and trump only care about the issue when it serves them. I sincerely hope someone on her team is planning this.
MUCH respect to this Mayor.
What Trump does i.e. chastising people, terrorizing people, minimizing people making fun of immigrants and making up horrid lies that put them in danger has nothing to do with politics or religion.
It’s blasphemous, and the evangelical Christians know this, but still support this evil minded Coup Master.
Well you publicly tell him that and he’s just going to do it even harder. Just because. I say keep fanning the flames on this issue as it genuinely hurts him. I’ve finally sensed some cracks forming in my coworkers trying to dodge this one in their support for dump.