Name *
Jesus Torres
Age *
53
Office
Torres 2024 Presidential Campaign HQS, District 7
City and County of Residence *
Woodbridge, Prince William Couny, Virginia
Political Party *
Republican
Education *
Some college
Career/Occupation *
Veteran/Senior Administrative Staff Officer
Political Experience *
no previous elected position
Website *
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/Torres2024
Public Twitter Handle
Public Instagram Handle
Public TikTok Handle
YouTube Page
https://www.youtube.com/@JayTorresforPresident
Other Public Social Media Accounts
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Why are you running for President? *
I'm not confident that any of those running now are neither relatable, competent, nor have the leadership qualities needed to confront the dangers we face now or will face in the next decade. Over the conversations of the past 5 years, no-one I've spoken with is interested in a do-over of the 2016 election.
Who do you consider your political role model, and why? *
JFK because he was relatable to the commoner.
What is your favorite book about politics and policy, and why? *
The Creature from Jekyll Island as it reveals the true power and authority of America
What will be your top priority if elected? *
Closing the border
What are the three biggest issues facing our country? *
unsecure border, drugs & violence, economic constraints
What is your position on life issues? (abortion, assisted suicide) *
This should not be dictated by any branch of government. The true fear in abortion rights is the potential for criminal charges on those that decide to terminate. As President I would push to protect the fetus upon it obtaining a heartbeat, and in cases of incest, rape, or peril of the mother.
What is your position on taxes, spending, and the federal deficit? *
I will first end the ridiculous vehicle property tax. Then will work on a 'true' manner to reduce the federal deficit.
What is your position on gun rights? *
Fully vetted, law-abiding citizens should all be able to purchase and own a gun. Those firearms however should remain at home or on their property or place of business to protect themselves, their families, livestock, etc. Allowing 337 million Americans to carry a weapon into a movie, theater, mall, etc. is reckless, irresponsible and will continue to lead to unlimited tragedies. The 2nd amendment was written over 230 years ago and it should be a lot more clearer for THIS day and age.
What is your position on the federal legalization of marijuana? *
Dumb idea. The government only allows and supports things that they can make money off of. A decade ago, the govt spent millions of dollars to combat marijuana production and sales. Who talks about the lives lost and the money spent? Now, they (govt) want to make money off of it. Aside from medical prescriptions, I'm not a fan of further dumbing America with any gateway drug. I would treat simple possession as a MNT.
What is your position on trade? *
Trading with Mexico and China would never end. Therefor relationships with them must improve. They should both know the boundaries we have with each as in the purchase of our land and real estate, as well as securing our border. Our trade should double after our output via manufacturing grows.
What is your position on foreign policy and military issues? *
As President I would cleave large portions of time to repair damaged relations, work towards a peaceful co-existence with the international community, and gear funding towards counter-weaponry while pushing to eliminate nuclear weapons. I would also look at the track record of existing international organizations and push to have the AU included in large summits as a member versus an invitee.
What policies would you support to fight inflation? *
I will be the President to bring back manufacturing back in a grand way, and work with a special team to devise a plan to replace the existing Federal Reserve System. The focus will be to less dependent on others' resources, products, and energy. Thus far the Federal Reserves is, as we speak, preparing for the knock on the door from our Govt to 'rescue' the American people from the looming debt ceiling clock. They only way to change our system is to have a plan of action. That is what we will attempt so that we will be free of the control from levels even above government.
What is your position on Transgender issues?
I follow the U.S. Constitution as our go-to book on governance. That said, all are afforded the right to life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness. Alternative lifestyle is NOT my cup of tea, but as President I would not be creating a world according to Jay. Transgender issues are not a classroom discussion. There is a time and place for those sorts of conversations, and they should be held by adults out of the school system. No President can point the finger and say that the LGBT aren't people. What I would not support is any teaching of alternative lifestyles and sexuality to our young, growing, malleable minds in schools paid for by tax-paying dollars. When men and women reach the age of 18, they can decide what they want to do with respects to their identity and sexuality. The LGBT community should live in peace and stay in their lane.
Would you support the passage of the Human Life Amendment? *
Yes
Would you support the passage of the Balanced Budget Amendment? *
Yes
Do you support D.C. Statehood? *
Yes
Do you support retrocession of the District of Columbia into Maryland? *
Yes
Was Joe Biden legitimately elected President of the United States in the November 2020 Election? *
Yes
Do you support another round of federal stimulus payments? *
No
Do you support the proposed ban on TikTok? *
Yes
Do you pledge to accept the results of your election? *
Yes