Trump-Supporting Truckers Boycott New York City in Protest of Fraud Case Fine
In a surprising turn of events, Trump-supporting truckers have announced their refusal to drive to New York City following former President Donald Trump’s recent $355 million fine in his fraud case. The ruling, issued in Manhattan Supreme Court last week, has sparked outrage among conservative circles, leading to a protest that could have significant implications for the city’s economy.
The movement gained momentum after Chicago Ray, a conservative social media influencer and trucker, posted a video clip expressing his colleagues’ intention to cease deliveries to New York City as a form of protest against the ruling. “I’ve been on the radio talking to drivers for about the past hour, and I’ve talked to about ten drivers…and they’re going to start refusing loads to New York City starting on Monday,” Ray stated passionately from inside his truck.
According to Ray, he has already spoken to some drivers who work with him, and they have informed their bosses about their decision not to go to The Big Apple. The sentiment seems to be shared by many truckers across the country. Ray claimed that 95% of truckers support the former president, as indicated by the overwhelming response to his post, which has garnered over 4.6 million views and 50,000 likes since Friday night.
The reasons behind this boycott are multifaceted. Firstly, truckers argue that their bosses will not be concerned if they refuse loads to New York City since they can easily redirect their business elsewhere. Secondly, the truckers emphasize the logistical challenges of navigating the city with their large vehicles. “Do you know how f—king hard it is to get into New York City with one of these motherf—ckers?” Ray exclaimed in frustration.
Online support for the boycott has been pouring in as well. Social media users have expressed solidarity with the truckers, encouraging them to continue their protest. “Do it! Let us know how we can help! You’re NOT alone in this fight!” wrote one user. Another stated, “We stand with the truckers.”
Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Arthur Engoron’s ruling has significant implications for Trump. Not only does he have to pay a hefty $355 million fine, but he is also barred from serving as an officer or director of any company in New York for the next three years. Trump has condemned the case as “election interference” orchestrated by his political opponents. At a recent rally, he predicted that other businesses would leave New York City in the aftermath of his ruling, suggesting potential economic fallout for the city.
The impact of this trucker boycott on New York City remains to be seen. With truckers refusing deliveries, the city’s supply chain may experience disruptions, potentially affecting various industries. As tensions rise and political divisions deepen, it is evident that the fallout from Trump’s fraud case continues to reverberate throughout the country, leaving no aspect of American life untouched.