Staff Reports
Donald Trump is in the midst of a campaign comeback, shaking things up by announcing the return of his 2016 campaign manager, Corey Lewandowski, as a senior adviser for the final push toward November 2024. For those keeping score, this move is akin to bringing back your star player right before the championship game, a strategy that could electrify his campaign team. Trump’s team, currently led by Susie Wiles and Chris LaCivita, is already making headlines with their claim that they are the best management team in the game and aren’t holding back when it comes to rallying support.
With a characteristic flair for bravado, Trump took to Truth Social to share his bullish outlook, asserting that not only is he leading in almost all polls, but that enthusiasm for his campaign is through the roof. Contrary to the mainstream media narratives that echo the talking points of the radical left, Trump insists that his path to victory in 2024 is lined with overwhelming support from the voters who backed him in both 2016 and 2020. The claim of “millions more votes” in 2020 has not gone unnoticed, yet 2024 is shaping up to be even more significant, and Trump’s hires are a clear signal that he’s pulling out all the stops.
Trump announces that Corey Lewandowski and “others” from his 2016 and 2020 campaigns are joining his 2024 campaign for the final stretch pic.twitter.com/d0NgXdKVn0
— johnny maga (@_johnnymaga) August 15, 2024
Joining Lewandowski in this new phase are several familiar faces from Trump’s past campaigns. Tim Murtaugh, who served as communications director during the 2020 campaign, will also be taking on a role with the 2024 effort. The ranks are being bolstered by seasoned operatives like Alex Pfeiffer, Alex Bruesewitz, and Taylor Budowich, all of whom previously worked for the Trump-aligned MAGA Inc. super PAC. Clearly, Team Trump is assembling a powerhouse of political veterans for the final stretch, bringing both experience and enthusiasm to the table, with the hopes of dismantling the opposing ticket of Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, which they call the most radical pairing in American electoral history.
LaCivita, a key player in Republican campaign strategies, is already gearing up to point out alleged inconsistencies in Walz’s military claims, a tactic reminiscent of past campaigns where transparency and accountability were paramount. The message from Trump’s team emphasizes that no lie will be tolerated, especially those that could mislead voters about one’s military background. Judging from the past, it seems LaCivita’s experience in crafting effective ads will be put to the test once again as he prepares to put forward the narrative that Trump is a staunch advocate for truth and integrity.
Interestingly, the return of Lewandowski has not been without controversy. His prior removal from a Trump super PAC in 2021 over unwanted advances has led some to speculate whether his history might overshadow his experience. However, Trump’s supporters are likely to shrug off this detail, focusing instead on the proven ability of Lewandowski to orchestrate successful campaign strategies. After all, in the world of politics, results often speak louder than controversies, and with the stakes as high as they are in 2024, Team Trump is poised to prioritize efficiency over past mishaps.
In the end, the upcoming election cycle is shaping up to be a prime example of the old adage: if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. With familiar faces and a battle-tested method in place, the Trump campaign is decidedly geared up for a spirited competition against the glossy but untested approaches of the left. As the days dwindle down to election day, all eyes will be on whether this revamped roster can translate enthusiasm and experience into electoral victory.
