Politics
WATCH: ‘Squad’ Democrat Gets Drenched By Torrential Downpour Mid-Speech As Campaign Goes Off The Rails
Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) found himself drenched by a torrential downpour while giving a campaign speech in the Bronx. Instead of seeking shelter under a nearby canopy, Bowman chose to remain in the open in a bid to capture the attention of the cameras and the audience.
The desperate move comes amid a tumultuous campaign season for Bowman, whose chances of winning re-election are looking increasingly bleak. According to a recent Emerson College poll, Bowman is trailing his opponent, George Latimer, by a significant 17-point margin despite outspending him. The primary election, set for Tuesday, could mark the end of Bowman’s contentious tenure in Congress.
During his speech, as the rain began to pour, Bowman opted to stand in the open, seemingly an attempt to add to the theatrics of his run for re-election. However, the move was instead interpreted as symbolic of a flailing campaign.
“If you can dedicate today, tomorrow, the next day, and Tuesday to getting people out to vote, we are going to win this election because of either one,” Bowman said in the rain. This is just the latest in a series of stunts by Bowman, who has garnered attention for his antics, including pulling a fire alarm in Congress and his outspoken anti-Israel comments.
WATCH:
(Trump Sounds The Alarm On The US Currency – PREPARE NOW)
Bowman, a member of the controversial “Squad” and known for his provocative actions and rhetoric, was in the Bronx alongside fellow Squad member, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), for a profanity-laced rally over the weekend. The event, aimed at energizing the duo’s far-left base, underlined the divisions within the Democratic Party and the challenges faced by its more progressive members.
His alignment with the Squad, which has often been at odds with more moderate Democrats, has also alienated some voters.
REACTIONS:
Bowman campaign: We are losing big time. What should we do?
Bowman: Let's get AOC out here and talk super loud and aggressively with rap music blasting in the background.https://t.co/ftQpNEW8y3
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) June 24, 2024
Nothing screams desperation more than this failed photo op
— Sheri™ (@FFT1776) June 24, 2024
Reverse angle of the “crowd” at the AOC/Bowman cringe fest 🤡 pic.twitter.com/UCFrZvZD1p
— Western Lensman (@WesternLensman) June 24, 2024
Fire alarm stunt cancelled this moron
Stupid is as stupid does!
— Juanita Broaddrick (@atensnut) June 24, 2024
He's done. The guy is one of the biggest jokes in the House right now and that is definitely saying something.
— SaltyGoat (@SaltyGoat17) June 24, 2024
CAST YOUR VOTE: Should Voter ID Be Mandatory In The 2024 Election?
