Trump Evasive on Peaceful Power Transfer Commitment at Chicago Event, Stokes Further Controversy Over Capitol Riot Claims
CHICAGO, Illinois — Former President Donald Trump on Tuesday declined to commit to fostering a peaceful transition of power should he lose in the upcoming presidential elections. Speaking at the Economic Club of Chicago, Trump was queried on his stance regarding the peaceful transition of power, a topic weighed down by the events of January 6, 2021, when his supporters stormed the Capitol. Trump responded by evading the direct question from Bloomberg Editor-in-Chief John Micklethwait …