Locals attend Trump rally in Coachella
CARPINTERIA, Calif.- Some Central Coast locals went to the "Make America Great Again" rally supporting former President Donald Trump in the Coachella Valley on Saturday, including the Treasurer of the California Republican Party.
Greg Gandrud said his group had VIP passes that allowed them to sit about 70 feet from Trump in the event at Calhoun Ranch near Palm Springs.
His directions to the outdoor event informed guests that all cars would be screened by the United States Secret Service upon entry.
"President Trump brought it right here to Kamala's backyard where her failed policies totally messed up California, so it is amazing to be here with President Trump and be hearing about his vision," Grandrud said.
When asked about the arrest of a Las Vegas man on a weapons charge, Gandrud said he thinks the man will be exonerated.
The suspect posted a lengthy explanation on X describing himself as a Trump supporter who did not know the guns laws in California.
Gandrud lives in Ventura and runs a financial services business in Carpinteria.
He attended Trump's Inauguration in 2016 and hopes to attend another one next year.
