Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleReuters CorrespondentsFriday 01 May 2026 22:04 BSTTrump opens rally speech in Florida with bizarre impression of Ilhan OmarPresident Donald Trump made his first major public appearance Friday following an assassination attempt last week, addressing seniors in The Villages, Florida, a significant Republican stronghold.During his speech, Trump highlighted new tax deductions for seniors and improvements in accessibility at the Social Security Administration, targeting the retirement community audience.The trip occurs amidst significant political pressure, with Trump's approval rating plummeting to 34%, matching a low point from the end of his first term, and over 60% of voters disapproving of his performance.Republican candidates are facing considerable challenges in the upcoming November midterm elections, influenced by Trump's declining popularity.Economic concerns are a major factor, with U.S. gasoline prices reaching a nearly four-year high due to the naval blockade of Iran, and inflation experiencing its highest growth in three years.In full‘Goodnight brother, let’s go to bed’: Trump opens rally speech in Florida with bizarre impression of Ilhan OmarThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in