Mayor Amer Ghalib of all Muslim Michigan city endorses Trumps

Amer Ghalib, the mayor of Hamtramck, America’s only city with an all-Muslim government has officially endorsed former President Donald Trump for the upcoming presidential election.

Ghalib announced his support in a Facebook post on Sunday, describing Trump as a “man of principles” and asserting he is “the right choice” for the country, despite acknowledging differences on some issues. “President Trump and I may not agree on everything, but I know he is a man of principles,” Ghalib stated. “Though it’s looking good, he may or may not win the election and be the 47th president of the United States, but I believe he is the right choice for this critical time. I’ll not regret my decision no matter what the outcome would be, and I’m ready to face the consequences.”

Ghalib’s endorsement comes on the heels of a recent meeting with Trump at a town hall in Flint, Michigan, where they discussed issues pertinent to Arab and Muslim Americans. Following the announcement, Trump amplified Ghalib’s endorsement on his Truth Social platform, indicating the significance of this cross-cultural political alliance.

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Hamtramck, a city of approximately 28,000 residents, gained national attention in 2021 when it elected an all-Muslim City Council and a Muslim mayor. Ghalib, who emigrated from Yemen at age 17, is navigating a complex political landscape as Michigan emerges as a critical battleground state for the November election.

Polling suggests a tight race between Trump and his Democratic opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris. Recent averages indicate Harris holds a narrow lead in Michigan, with 50 percent support compared to Trump’s 47. The political stakes are particularly high as Michigan has seen fluctuating support for both parties in recent elections; Trump previously won the state in 2016, while President Biden flipped it back to the Democrats in 2020.

Moreover, discontent among Muslim voters, especially regarding the Biden administration’s policies related to Israel and Gaza, poses a challenge for Democrats in the state. A poll from the Council on American-Islamic Relations revealed that only 12 percent of Muslim voters in Michigan support Harris, while 18 percent back Trump.

As the political climate intensifies, Ghalib’s endorsement highlights the evolving dynamics within the Muslim American community and its potential impact on the upcoming election. “Now, let the Caravan begin its journey,” he concluded, marking the beginning of a significant chapter in this year’s electoral saga.