Donald Trump has intensified his inflammatory rhetoric regarding immigration, accusing President Biden of causing a “bloodbath” at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Trump, who previously made derogatory remarks about immigrants and promised a large-scale deportation operation if re-elected, continued his divisive language during recent campaign events in Michigan and Wisconsin.
In Michigan, Trump referred to immigrants suspected of committing crimes as “animals,” a dehumanizing term that experts warn can fuel violence. Despite FBI data showing a decline in violent crime, Trump and other Republicans have capitalized on high-profile crimes involving undocumented immigrants to stoke fears among voters.
Joe Biden (Credits: CNN)
Biden’s campaign has criticized Trump for politicizing tragedies and sowing division. They have also pointed out Trump’s role in undermining bipartisan efforts to address immigration issues, accusing him of sabotaging potential solutions.
During his rallies, Trump highlighted cases such as the killing of Ruby Garcia in Michigan and Laken Riley in Georgia, both allegedly involving undocumented immigrants. However, Garcia’s family disputed Trump’s claim of speaking with them and urged reporters to refrain from politicizing the tragedy.
In response to Trump’s rhetoric, a group advocating for immigration reform gathered in protest, emphasizing the message that no human being is illegal and expressing solidarity with immigrants.
Ex-US President Donald Trump (Credits: Newsweek)
The battleground states of Michigan and Wisconsin remain crucial in the upcoming election, with Trump aiming to regain support from blue-collar workers and union members who were pivotal in his 2016 victory but shifted towards Biden in 2020.
Despite adverse weather conditions, Trump’s supporters demonstrated strong enthusiasm at his rallies, underscoring the importance of these states in the political landscape.
