As the 60th U.S. presidential election approaches on November 5, former President Donald Trump is campaigning vigorously, expressing confidence in his victory and highlighting his commitment to fostering peace both domestically and internationally. Less than a week before the election, Trump reached out to Muslim voters, emphasizing his desire to restore stability in Lebanon amid ongoing unrest in the Middle East.
On October 30, Trump took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter), sharing his vision for peace in Lebanon. “During my administration, we achieved peace in the Middle East, and we will do it again soon!” Trump posted. He criticized current administration leaders Kamala Harris and Joe Biden, stating he would resolve the issues they have created and bring an end to Lebanon’s suffering and destruction. Trump further stated, “I want to see true peace in the Middle East, one that doesn’t need to be renegotiated every 5 or 10 years.”
Trump assured he would work toward equal partnership among Lebanon’s diverse communities and expressed his commitment to ensuring an environment of peace, prosperity, and harmony. He appealed to Lebanese Americans, asking them to support his bid for peace and stability in Lebanon.
The backdrop to Trump’s message includes Israel’s ongoing actions in Gaza, resulting in over 43,000 Palestinian casualties and more than 100,000 injuries, and Israel’s recent operations in Lebanon since September. These developments have drawn strong reactions from Muslim voters, making their support crucial in this election as candidates vie for their backing.
Trump’s promise of a peaceful and prosperous Middle East aims to resonate with Muslim voters, as candidates intensify efforts to gain their support in the final days leading up to the election.
