Trump says he wants legal immigrants, promises strong action against illegal migrants
At a campaign rally in Aurora, Colorado, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump emphasized his commitment to legal immigration while vowing to take robust measures against illegal migrants. “We want to have people come into our country, but they have to come in legally,” he stated, reiterating his stance on immigration policy.
Trump declared November 5, 2024, as a potential “Liberation Day” for America, promising to free the nation from what he termed the “occupation” caused by illegal immigration. His remarks came in the wake of significant statistics from the Customs and Border Protection agency, which reported over 82,000 illegal crossings by Indian citizens in the past year.
While opponents often paint Trump as “anti-immigrant,” he clarified his distinction between legal and illegal immigrants, arguing that those who have waited years and navigated rigorous scrutiny deserve recognition. He has proposed issuing Green Cards to foreign students graduating from US colleges, a progressive step that surpasses the proposals put forth by Democrats, who primarily focus on legalizing existing illegal immigrants.
“What I want to do and what I will do is, you graduate from a college, I think you should get automatically, as part of your diploma, a Green Card to stay in this country,” Trump said in June. This policy could greatly benefit the nearly 269,000 Indian students currently enrolled in US institutions, according to recent statistics.
During his rally, Trump made illegal immigration and associated crime a focal point of his speech, citing reports of criminal activity linked to illegal immigrants, particularly from Venezuelan gangs. Standing against a backdrop emblazoned with slogans like “End Migrant Crime,” he accused his Democratic rival, Vice President Kamala Harris, of enabling such criminal activity through “open border” policies.
Trump went further to advocate for severe measures, including the death penalty for migrants who commit violent crimes against American citizens. He expressed concern about the rising crime rates in the US, attributing them to policies that allow foreign criminal elements to enter the country unchecked.
The rally was not without its controversies, as local officials, including Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman, suggested that claims of the city being a “war zone” due to criminal gangs were exaggerated. Nevertheless, Trump called attention to a woman who shared video evidence of armed gangs taking over local properties, using this to underscore his message.
As he continues his campaign, Trump remains focused on themes of safety, economic recovery, and strict immigration control, reiterating his pledge to restore law and order while welcoming those who seek to come to America through legal channels. His next stops include Reno, Nevada, a critical swing state where his lead in polls is razor-thin.
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