Donald Trump visit to close Charlotte interstate for hours Friday, police say
Interstate 85 will close for hours in two parts of Charlotte when former President Donald Trump flies to the city on Friday, police said.
Trump is scheduled to address the Fraternal Order of Police’s National Board of Trustees at its fall meeting in Charlotte. The meeting began Wednesday and ends Monday.
Police will close I-85 around Charlotte Douglas International Airport and in north Charlotte from 2:30 to 7 p.m. “to accommodate the visit of former President Trump for a private event,” CMPD said on social media platform X on Thursday.
All traffic will be detoured onto other roads, police said.
“We strongly encourage you to plan ahead and expect significant delays on alternative routes,” CMPD said. “We appreciate your cooperation and patience as we ensure the safety and security of this event.”
Trump’s visit highlights the increasing attention being paid to North Carolina as the election nears. Trump, the Republican candidate, had a clear lead in the state before President Joe Biden dropped out and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to succeed him. Since then, most polls show that the state has become an important tossup.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic nominee for vice president, was in Raleigh last week to visit campaign workers and attend a fundraiser.
This story was originally published September 5, 2024 at 2:00 PM.