Sylvester Stallone Declares Donald Trump the 'Second George Washington' at Gala
At the America First Policy Institute gala, Sylvester Stallone compares Trump to Rocky Balboa and praises him as the second George Washington.
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During an America First Policy Institute event at Mar-a-Lago, Sylvester Stallone introduced Donald Trump, praising him as 'the second George Washington.' Stallone invoked the iconic 'Rocky' series, drawing parallels between Trump's election win and the perseverance depicted in his movies. His comments sparked a mix of admiration and criticism among fans, some pleased and others disappointed by his support for Trump. Stallone's remarks highlight a shift in his public persona as he embraces political discourse connected to his film legacy.
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