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Former President Donald Trump has come under scrutiny for spreading false claims about Vice President Kamala Harris' rally attendance in Detroit. Trump took to social media to assert that 'nobody' attended the event and accused Harris of using a 'fake crowd picture' to deceive the public. These allegations have been debunked by photos and videos showing thousands of supporters present at the rally.

Trump's unfounded accusations against Harris coincide with a pivotal moment in the presidential race, as the vice president gains momentum within the Democratic Party. Despite Trump's own ability to draw large crowds, he has fixated on audience size as a measure of success, often exaggerating turnout figures during his speeches.

On his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump claimed that an airport maintenance worker reported Harris for the alleged fake image. He went on to suggest that Harris should be 'disqualified' from the 2024 election for engaging in what he called 'election interference.' However, visual evidence from the event contradicts Trump's claims, showing a significant audience in attendance.

As the political landscape continues to evolve, Trump's baseless conspiracy theories and attacks on his opponents are likely to remain a focal point of discussion. The controversy surrounding Harris' rally attendance serves as a reminder of the contentious nature of modern American politics.