Donald Trump addressed the California Republican Party convention in Anaheim, where he made several controversial statements
Trump complained that wealthy people in Beverly Hills were facing water shortages, suggesting they smell bad due to this issue
He reiterated false claims about widespread election fraud during his speech
Trump called for violent retribution against criminals, stating that those who rob stores should expect to be shot as they leave
California is a crucial state in the Super Tuesday primaries, with 169 delegates at stake
Trump enjoys significant support among likely Republican primary voters in California, with nearly half of them backing him
His tough-on-crime stance and focus on divisive issues have raised questions about his appeal to a broader set of voters in a general election
Trump has a history of controversial statements regarding crime, such as proposing shooting migrants and the death penalty for drug dealers
Homicides and violent crimes have been on the rise in California, contributing to the Republican focus on crime as a campaign issue
Trump criticized California's Democratic leaders for issues like homelessness, open borders, high taxes, and rising crime, suggesting the state is in decline and becoming a "dumping ground