Eric Swalwell Slams Trump and GOP at 'Hands Off Rally' on Budget and Fascism

Rally Against Fascism and Economic Woes

• 💡 Representative Eric Swalwell spoke at the 'Hands Off Rally,' framing the current moment as a fight against fascism and urging attendees not to cave.
• 🎯 He contrasted the current economic situation, describing it as a 'Trump train wreck' with rising costs and a 'red recession,' with Donald Trump's perceived inaction, stating he is 'golfing' instead of facing the people.

Critique of 'Trump First' Policies

• 💰 Swalwell criticized 'America First' as being 'Trump First,' highlighting that Trump-branded products like Bibles and sneakers are made in China.
• 🗣️ He asserted that Trump is not only 'disappearing people' but also 'disappearing rights,' affecting veterans, immigrants, seniors, and children.

Strategy for Democratic Victories

• ✅ The plan outlined is to not give a single vote to fascism inside Congress and to build momentum from small victories, such as the recent win in Wisconsin.
• 🗳️ Swalwell expressed confidence in winning upcoming gubernatorial races in New Jersey and Virginia, and ultimately the midterms, to 'cut our time in hell in half.'

Honoring January 6th Defenders

• 🛡️ He invoked the bravery of police officers who defended democracy on January 6th, noting the physical and mental toll they endured, including traumatic brain injury.
• ✊ Attendees are called to show up with similar integrity, passion, and vigor to defend the country and ensure victory.

A Day of American Revival

• ✨ April 5th is declared as the day 'America came alive,' symbolizing a moment of collective commitment to freedom and a refusal to be defeated.
• 🎤 The speech concluded by introducing Congressman Al Green, who was described as 'censured but not silenced.'