JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Violent History of Waco, the Infamous Site of Trump's Next Rally.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 14 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Waxman, Olivia B. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses former President Donald Trump's rally in Waco, Texas, highlighting the city's historical significance due to the 1993 standoff between federal agents and the Branch Davidians, a cult led by David Koresh. The conflict began with a raid by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) over concerns of weapon stockpiling, resulting in a 51-day standoff that ended with a deadly fire, killing 76 individuals, including children. Waco has since become a symbol for far-right groups, who view it as a site of government overreach, and it has inspired a resurgence in militia movements and extremist ideologies. The rally's location reflects both Texas's importance in the presidential primary and the ongoing cultural resonance of the Waco incident among certain political factions. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/03, p14
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:162631125
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