Melih Göğebakan from Trump’s Media Team Answered Journalists’ Questions
Journalist:What is the biggest motivation behind Trump’s decision to run in the 2024 elections?
Göğebakan:Donald Trump’s biggest motivation for running in the 2024 elections was his desire to bring America back to a position of strength and dignity. After the events of the 2020 elections, he realized that many of his supporters and Americans need real leadership and a strong economy.
Journalist:What kind of strategies will Trump use in this election campaign that are different from his previous campaigns?
Göğebakan:This campaign plans to use digital media and social media platforms more effectively. There will also be more in-person events and rallies that will bring Trump’s policies directly to the people. In addition, there will be more focus on key issues such as the economy, immigration and national security.
Journalist:What are the main policies Mr. Trump plans to highlight in the 2024 elections?
Göğebakan:Mr. Trump will especially focus on the economy, border security, energy independence and national security. In addition, issues such as reasserting America’s role on the global stage and ensuring the rule of law in domestic politics will also come to the fore.
Journalist:Who does Trump see as his biggest rival in the 2024 elections?
Göğebakan:Good question, let me give you a humorous answer, SN.Trump always says that his biggest rival is himself. However, against the current president or any other strong candidate, he is ready for any opponent who can challenge Trump’s policies and leadership style.
Journalist:How are Trump’s restrictions on social media platforms affecting his campaign?
Göğebakan:While the social media restrictions have somewhat altered the ways in which Trump communicates directly with the public, he continues to communicate his messages through his own platforms and other alternative media channels. He also plans to bridge this gap through traditional media and events that reach out directly to the public.
Journalist :Mr. Trump, what does it take to ask for votes from American citizens of Turkish origin?
Göğebakan:First and foremost, I would like to remind our American citizens of Turkish origin of the strong ties and common interests between the U.S. and Turkey.We will take further steps forward on issues such as economic cooperation, cultural ties and common security interests, and policies that will be beneficial for the people of both countries will be pursued in the first place.Americans of Turkish origin will see positive changes both in the U.S. and in relations with Turkey under Mr. Trump’s administration.
Journalist:Are there any projects planned specifically for Americans of Turkish origin?
Göğebakan:Various projects are being worked on to provide more opportunities for Americans of Turkish origin in the business world, education and cultural fields. In particular, there will be tax reductions for small businesses, scholarship and incentive programs in education and cultural exchange programs, and most importantly, steps in areas such as free home and school English language learning.
Journalist:What kind of solutions can Americans of Turkish origin expect from the Trump administration regarding the difficulties and problems they face in the US?
Göğebakan:We have told them about the challenges faced by our Turkish community and they plan to develop more inclusive and fair policies on this issue. Solutions have been made to address the problems Turkish-Americans face in areas such as education, health and job security, and stronger laws and policies will be created to combat discrimination and inequality.
