In a massive display of support, huge crowds of Trump enthusiasts flooded the streets of Newport Beach, California, on Saturday. The former president’s visit for a high-profile fundraiser drew a festive and fervent crowd, eager to show their backing in a state not typically known for conservative rallies.
Newport Beach Ca 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/EqpPNFFviu [1]
— Lexit (@LexitMovement1) June 8, 2024 [2]
MAGA showed up to welcome President Trump sporting their American flags and wearing their red, white, and blue.
Happening now, from the motorcade—in Newport Beach, California! #TRUMP2024 [3] pic.twitter.com/DtP0Af42hu [4]
— Dan Scavino Jr.🇺🇸🦅 (@DanScavino) June 8, 2024 [5]
People lined the streets when Trump’s motorcade passed through, with the former president waving from behind his closed window, much to the delight of the cheering supporters. Trump also made sure to check in with the boaters while in Newport Beach.
President @realDonaldTrump [6] waving to the boaters in Newport Beach, CA!!! 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/NMwMgDG9cF [7]
— Margo Martin (@margommartin) June 8, 2024 [8]
Trump’s appearance in Newport Beach is part of a fundraising tour following his recent “felony” conviction. The event took place at the luxurious Harbor Island residence of John and Kimberly Word, co-hosted by tech entrepreneur Palmer Luckey, per the OC Register [9]. Attendees paid between $3,300 for a luncheon ticket and up to $100,000 for premium access, highlighting the strong financial backing for Trump’s 2024 campaign.
Scene departing Newport Beach 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/LjBWnFgwOb [10]
— Margo Martin (@margommartin) June 8, 2024 [11]