Shadows of the Absent

Title: Shadows of the Absent

In the hallowed hall, where rhetoric cascades,
Two figures debated, amidst a curious haze.
Trump’s absence lingered, his silence palpable,
As DeSantis and Haley sparred, their words formidable.

The echoes of his presence, a ghostly specter,
Hovered over the stage, casting doubts and conjecture.
Though absent physically, his influence remained,
As his shadow loomed large, with questions unexplained.

Debate raged on, the candidates vied for glory,
But Trump’s absence left them with a different story.
A void to be filled, an opportunity to seize,
Yet he emerged unscathed, untouched by their pleas.

Seeking to define themselves, to carve their own name,
DeSantis and Haley aimed for Trump’s powerful flame.
But his absence thwarted, their attempts fell short,
As his legacy prevailed, casting an enduring fort.

But still, the debate sought to probe and explore,
Unveiling the issues that society deplores.
While Trump may not be present, his spirit endures,
A constant reminder of politics’ obscure allure.

Keywords: Trump, absence, shadows, influence, debate, unscathed.