Donald Trump References 1988 Advertisement During North Carolina Campaign Stop
During a campaign stop in Gastonia, North Carolina, Donald Trump referenced a racially offensive 1988 campaign advertisement while speaking about crime.
Fort Smith Fayetteville Springdale Rogers, AR, September 18, 2026 —
During a campaign stop in Gastonia, North Carolina, Donald Trump referenced a campaign advertisement from 1988, describing it as racially offensive, as he spoke about the issue of crime.
The specific details of the 1988 advertisement were not elaborated upon in the provided summary, beyond its description as racially offensive. The exact context or content of Donald Trump’s remarks concerning crime, and how the advertisement was linked to this discussion, were also not detailed.
The campaign stop took place in Gastonia, North Carolina. The summary does not specify the date of this event.
This reference was made while the former president was discussing crime. Further information regarding the specific points made about crime, the full statement referencing the advertisement, or any immediate reactions or follow-up actions from the event were not provided.
The contractor’s name, the fine amount, inspection outcomes, or code violations related to this event were not included in the summary.
Story summarized from the original created by COREY WILLIAMS, Associated Press on www.nwahomepage.com, see more information here.
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