CINCINNATI — Former President Donald Trump was in the Cincinnati area Wednesday.
Trump and Ohio Sen. JD Vance were in Indian Hill where Trump held a private fundraiser for his presidential campaign.
Trump's motorcade caused multiple road and interstate closures while he drove into town from CVG Airport and when he headed out of Cincinnati. Trump headed for Lexington after Cincinnati for another private fundraiser.
The Hamilton County Democratic Party (HCDP) released a statement about Trump's visit saying Trump and Vance "only show up here to collect checks from their multi-millionaire donors."
"While Republicans are charging donors $50,000 a plate to pay off Donald Trump's legal bills, Democrats in Hamilton County are focusing on re-electing good public servants on all levels of government," HCDP Chairwoman Gwen McFarlin said in the statement.
The Hamilton County Republican Party (HCRP) said in a statement that "it's very exciting to have President Trump in Cincinnati [Wednesday]."
The HCRP said Vance would be a "strategic and compelling choice for President Trump's vice president for several reasons."
Vance is one of Trump's potential Vice President running mates, according to ABC News.
Trump's other potential running mates include the following:
- Republican Senator Tim Scott
- Florida Senator Marco Rubio
- North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum
"Overall, Senator JD Vance's alignment with President Trump's vision, his relatable personal story, and his ability to connect with key voter demographics make him an excellent choice for Vice President," the HCRP said.
