Daijiworld Media Network - Washington
Washington, Jun 12: US President Donald Trump combined campaign messaging with foreign policy announcements during a pair of tele-rallies for Republican candidates in Alabama and Georgia, claiming that the United States had reached an agreement with Iran that would prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
Addressing Republican voters ahead of primary runoff elections scheduled for June 16, Trump used the virtual events to promote his endorsed candidates while highlighting key issues including border security, election integrity, crime and international affairs.
During a tele-rally supporting Alabama Congressman Barry Moore, who is contesting for the Republican nomination to the US Senate, Trump announced what he described as a breakthrough with Iran.
According to Trump, the agreement ensures that Iran will not develop or obtain nuclear weapons. He suggested the deal would also pave the way for people involved in the regional conflict to return home soon, though he did not provide details regarding the reported arrangement.
Trump reiterated the claim during a separate event backing Burt Jones in Georgia's gubernatorial race, stating that the conflict with Iran had effectively ended and that Tehran had agreed never to pursue a nuclear weapon programme.
Neither event included specifics about the terms, implementation timeline or official status of the reported agreement.
Alongside the foreign policy remarks, Trump strongly endorsed candidates aligned with his political agenda. In Alabama, he described Moore as a committed "America First" candidate and praised his positions on border security, military funding and tax policy.
Trump also voiced support for Tommy Tuberville in the state's gubernatorial contest and endorsed John Wahl for lieutenant governor.
In Georgia, Trump offered a similarly enthusiastic endorsement of Jones, portraying him as a loyal ally who backed his election-related initiatives and supported his presidential campaign early on.
Throughout both tele-rallies, the President criticised the immigration policies of former President Joe Biden and highlighted his administration's efforts to strengthen border enforcement. He also promoted the SAVE America Act, which he said would help improve election security and voter confidence.
Trump further argued that economic confidence in the United States had strengthened under his leadership, pointing to what he described as massive investment commitments flowing into the country.
The back-to-back tele-rallies underscored Trump's continuing influence within Republican politics, particularly in southern states where his endorsements remain highly valued. Political observers view the Alabama and Georgia contests as important indicators of Trump's ability to shape the future direction of the Republican Party and elevate a new generation of conservative leaders.