The Top Moments from President Trump's Historic Return to Butler, PA, In Case You Missed It
Overton News Staff : Oct 8, 2024
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BCN Editor's Note: If you missed President Trump's rally this past Saturday, you missed an epic one! However, you can watch Trump's entire speech by Clicking Here, or if you don't have an hour to spare, Overton News has conveniently (and expertly) condensed the event into 6 important moments, complete with videos, on an X thread. BCN has received permission to reprint that summary below, for our readers. The original can be found here. -Aimee Herd, Breaking Christian News
[Overton News] Top Moments From President Trump's Return to Butler in Under 5 Minutes
- Star Spangled Banner
At one point during the rally, a sudden medical emergency forced President Trump to halt his speech for several minutes. The unexpected interruption left the crowd in suspense, eagerly anticipating his return to the microphone. (Screengrab image: via Overton News /X)
In the meantime, the rallygoers decided to channel their enthusiasm and patriotism in an unexpected way.
Initially, the atmosphere was relatively quiet, with just a few voices breaking the silence. It was as if the soft melody was a whisper among the thousands of attendees.
However, as the seconds passed, more patriots joined in, and the notes of the national anthem began to resonate throughout the venue, turning what started as a faint murmur into a powerful chorus.
Standing at the podium, President Trump quickly noticed the display of national pride unfolding before him. He even waved his fingers in a conductor-like manner, as if guiding the orchestra of passionate supporters who were now fully immersed in the moment.
Before long, President Trump began to mouth the words of the anthem, and soon after, he fully embraced the moment by singing along with the crowd. As the final notes echoed, the rallygoers cheered, united in their love for their country on this special day.
- Scott Presler's Address
One of the most influential people registering Americans to vote in Pennsylvania, and for that matter the country, is Scott Presler.
After an introduction from Lara Trump, Presler took the stage with a message invigorating voters across the state, while finally receiving accolades for the years of hard work of registering Republicans. (Screengrab image: via Overton News /X)
"Pennsylvania, you have the power to change the world."
"Pennsylvania wins the White House, so please, I ask you today, please check your voter status."
"Make sure you're an active voter, registered at your voter status."
"A message to our union workers; we want your vote. We want to keep jobs here in America."
"To our beautiful Amish in Lancaster and across the state; we will protect your raw milk, your dairy, your farming, your school choice, your religious freedom, your ability to afford to have ten beautiful children per family."
"To our hunters; 30% of you are not registered to vote. Please, our hunters, support the Second Amendment, register to vote."
"I feel this from the top of my head to the tip of my toes, I LOVE our great country."
"President Trump took a bullet for us. Please use your ballot and have his back on Tuesday, November 5th, and deliver Pennsylvania for DONALD J. TRUMP!"
- "As I was Saying...."
Shortly after taking the stage in Butler, President Trump kicked off the rally with a clever joke, referencing his previously interrupted speech. (Screengrab image: via Overton News /X)
After thanking Lee Greenwood for the musical introduction and acknowledging the State of Pennsylvania, he began his remarks with the words:
"And as I was saying..."
For those who caught the joke, it was a nod to his last rally in Butler last July, where his speech was abruptly cut short after being shot in the ear by failed assassin Thomas Matthew Crooks.
This moment marked a new level of humor from President Trump and served as a witty moment of defiance against the person who attempted to end his life and the MAGA movement.
- Ave Maria
At the beginning of the rally, President Trump called for a moment of silence to honor firefighter Corey Comperatore, who tragically died while shielding family members from gunfire during the previous rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
As the sun set over Butler, opera singer Christopher Macchio took the stage to perform "Ave Maria." His rendition coincided with the ringing of a bell, marking the exact moment gunfire erupted on July 13th. (Screengrab image: via Overton News /X)
Macchio's voice filled the venue, creating a reflective atmosphere among the attendees. President Trump observed from the stage as American flags waved gently in the breeze, their colors illuminated by the dusk light.
- Elon Musk's Speech
In what could become one of the most unforgettable moments in both the rally and American politics, Elon Musk made a surprise appearance alongside President Trump at the podium, delivering his first public address in support of the MAGA movement.
Dressed in a black "DARK MAGA" hat and an "Occupy Mars" SpaceX shirt, Musk energized the crowd at the Butler rally, passionately rallying supporters to "Fight! Fight! Fight! & Vote! Vote! Vote!" (Screengrab image: via Overton News /X)
Musk painted a picture of a dystopian future that would emerge if Democrats were to win the upcoming election. His warnings reiterated the dire stakes of the political battle ahead, as he urged attendees to mobilize and secure a different outcome for the nation.
"I think this election is the most important election of our lifetime. This is no ordinary election. The other side wants to take away your freedom of speech. They want to take away your right to bear arms. They want to take away your right to vote effectively."
"And free speech—free speech is the bedrock of democracy. And if people don't know what's going on, if they don't know the truth, how can you make an informed vote? You must have free speech in order to have democracy. That's why it's the First Amendment. And the Second Amendment is there to ensure that we have the First Amendment."
"President Trump must win to preserve the Constitution. He must win to preserve democracy in America."
"This is a must-win situation. MUST WIN."
"Get everyone you know and everyone you don't know. Drag them to register to vote. There's only two days left to register to vote in Georgia and Arizona. 48 hours. Like text people now, and then make sure they actually do vote."
"If they don't, this will be the last election. That's my prediction. Nothing's more important. NOTHING'S more important."
"VOTE, VOTE, VOTE. FIGHT, FIGHT, FIGHT, VOTE, VOTE, VOTE."
"Thank you."
- Hallelujah
As night fell and the rally in Butler came to a close, Christopher Macchio returned to the stage to deliver his rendition of Leonard Cohen's classic song, "Hallelujah." The atmosphere was charged with emotion as the audience settled in for the final performance of the evening.
In the background, a massive American flag waved, its colors juxtaposed against the backdrop of the darkening Pennsylvania sky. (Screengrab image: via Overton News /X)
Macchio's voice filled the air, while President Trump stood by and enjoyed the opera performance, amidst cheers from patriots in the crowd.
This was resilience.
This was defiance.
This was patriotism.
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BCN Editor's Note: Just to add to this great report of Trump's Butler, PA rally this past Saturday. At its end, opera singer Christopher Macchio also sang "How Great Thou Art," and "God Bless America," before finally accompanying President Trump, the two walking off stage together. It was a fitting end to an historic and powerful rally. -Aimee Herd, Breaking Christian News
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