Trump Supporters Celebrate His 78th Birthday, Set Aside Legal Woes

Published on June 15, 2024

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.—Thousands of former President Donald Trump’s fans flocked here for a star-spangled celebration of Flag Day and his 78th birthday on June 14, just two weeks after his historic criminal convictions in New York. “This is the biggest birthday party I’ve ever had, by far,” the former president told the crowd that had sung “Happy Birthday” to him at the Palm Beach County Convention Center. Before his speech, rallygoers in patriotic attire told The Epoch Times they were putting his legal troubles aside and were enjoying the celebratory mood. Former President Trump largely did the same. He gave little mention to the criminal charges he has faced, leading to his May 30 conviction on 34 charges in New York....