Donald Trump Hired Paid Actors To Attend Presidential Launch Event

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The gentleman who posted the pic is a paid actor who regularly posts photos from his gigs on social media. This seemed like all the others from his gigs that he posts. Sure. It seemed fishy. But, but I figured that perhaps it was just a coincidence? Paid actors can support presidential candidates too. No big. I persisted in my incredulity at the thought that Trump might actually pay actors to attend his campaign launch.

Then I discovered the other person pictured in the photo is also a paid actress. Hmmm. That got me thinking a bit. So, I did some digging. Here’s what I discovered…

According to sources: some actors were hired to attend and participate in the event; and, a company called Extra Mile NYC connected Trump’s campaign/event organizers with the paid actors.

I reached out to Extra Mile NYC for comment, but they did not respond.

So there you have it. Donald Trump, who has promised to help repair America’s brand (despite doing some serious damage to Macy’s brand) seemingly paid some actors to participate in his presidential campaign launch.

https://medium.com/@GoAngelo/donald-trump-hired-paid-actors-to-attend-presidential-launch-event-7c65e8fadea0

[RandiFan1290]

1. lol

2 Rumps

[GreatGazoo]

13. Almost looks like they're blocking the "T" on purpose

I'd give them props for that but...they took money to act like they support Donald Rump. Ugh.

[jberryhill]

2. He should have hired one to give the speech

[Blus4u]

3. Thread winner here, JB

I also felt that moron that was yelling chants from the balcony was a paid plant!

Peace

[calimary]

20. Welcome to DU, Blus4u!

Glad you're here! Frankly, I don't care. I've been having too much fun with it!

The Donald is Definitely The Dessert!

http://thedailyshow.cc.com/videos/gyhfub/democalypse-2016---white-house-don

[Frustratedlady]

4. Has anyone found a photo of the crowd?

I thought he was commenting at the beginning that there were at least a thousand there. I can't imagine there would be a thousand people or animals that would attend his speeches. Cockroaches...maybe. I'd love to see a photo of the crowd.

[Aerows]

5. Here's one

and the article to go with it: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3128230/Did-Donald-Trump-hire-PAID-ACTORS-presidential-campaign-launch-Claims-professionals-extras-brought-pose-supporters.html

[louis-t]

6. Certainly not 'grass roots'.

Speeling is too good.

[Frustratedlady]

32. I can agree they are probably hired. He'd have to pay for cheering, as well.

Must have been a huge area if thousands were there and there is so much room between people. I suppose he thinks we'll take his word for the size of crowd.

Thanks for the photos.

[LiberalElite]

35. Of course he'll say there were thousands but huge area? Not so much -

[Frustratedlady]

36. Love it! Thanks!

[LiberalElite]

37. Business Insider re: that "crowd"

http://www.businessinsider.com/problem-with-the-first-8-words-of-donald-trumps-speech-2015-6

-snip-
You may not believe this, but Donald Trump may have started his campaign for president with a highly dubious claim.

After bounding onstage at his New York City headquarters, Trump Tower, the bombastic billionaire looked up at the crowd that surrounded him in awe.

"Whoa," Trump said. "That is some group of people. Thousands. There's been no crowd like this."
-snip-

[Frustratedlady]

38. Well, he's probably right in saying, "There's been no crowd like this."

After all, he can't lie ALL the time!

[LiberalElite]

39. Nope. nt

[LiberalElite]

34. Those "home made" signs look like they were

done by maybe 1 or 2 people, probably his employees.

[pinboy3niner]

9. Here's another:

[Frustratedlady]

33. That photo has sure gotten a lot of mileage. Love it! eom

[Initech]

7. He's very rich, ya know!

[Atman]

8. Somebody should have re-thought those t-shirts.

The type spacing is so wide that in every picture the T is wrapping around and the shirts only display the word RUMP. Which, I admit, is perfectly fitting for the candidate.

[JustABozoOnThisBus]

11. It'll get mentioned in his first White House Correspondents' Dinner

"Rump roast"

[erronis]

17. I think I'll order the veggie platter if I'm invited.

[longship]

10. Maybe he hired a paid actor squirrel for the top of his head.

You know. He can afford it.

Throw it some acorns and watch it jump.

[Left coast liberal]

12. Yeah, I was wondering who would actually cheer when he declared...

[lpbk2713]

14. "I'm all for ... ah ... Wutzizname."

"Let's really hear it for ... um ... that guy over there."

[SaranchaIsWaiting]

15. That guy is all class

without the c and without the l

[MrScorpio]

16. McCain did the same thing once…

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=132x7161766

This shit is much too routine for Republicans.

[yuiyoshida]

18. This makes perfect sense, who in their

right mind would support this guy? Lets hire some happy looking actors to portray his happy supporters!

[calimary]

19. Looks more like Rump mania to me!

So is he the hair apparent?

[burfman]

21. I myself welcome his entry into the race....

The comedic potential of this guy running should not be overlooked.

Lately comedy in american politics has been lacking and this may just be the ticket to provide an easier living for stand up comedians.

Seriously though, his entry into the race can only generate even more money for himself......

(By coincidence the man has 8 Billion dollars more than I do and a much easier time making it........)

and at least we should be able to get some entertainment out of the deal in return.......


Burfman

[CTyankee]

22. This is possibly one of the most surreal campaign rollouts I ever saw...and I've

seen a whole bunch...

[Jimvanhise]

23. And the gods of comedy keep on giving

On Fox News he insulted a disabled commentator. That won't go overlooked. And now he's using paid actors as supporters.

[BumRushDaShow]

24. It'll probably be part of a scripted reality show

The whole (brief) journey will be documented and air weekly.

[progressoid]

26. Makes sense.

His whole campaign is theater.

[alboe]

27. Why I love the idea of a Trump run

[gratuitous]

28. Take that, you libruls!

T Rump is creating jobs even at his announcement!

I read the account on MSN of T Rump's announcement. Looking through the comments, I don't think cheering fans are the only folks he paid.

[spanone]

29. he's REALLY rich

a rich asshole

[Tarheel_Dem]

30. It's all theatre. Like hiring a small venue, and leaking to the media that you had to hire a bigger

one because of "increased interest". They all know how this game is played. Theatre.

[lostnfound]

31. That was really obvious.

He just wants to sell his perfume..

[moondust]

40. Guessed it immediately

when I saw the scene on TV.

[Mnpaul]

41. It looks like the woman in the pic left the tag on

Is the Donald going to reuse these in future events?

[Blue Owl]

42. (with enthusiasm): "Say, that Donald Trump seems like a fine fellow!"

Aaaand... Cut!