Staff Reports
A recent rally in Kinston, North Carolina, saw former President Donald Trump sounding alarm bells about the state of the nation’s borders and the supposed “occupation” by illegal immigrants. Trump didn’t shy away from painting a grim picture, stating that the country is being overrun by dangerous gangs from places like Venezuela, bringing with them a surge in crime. He let it be known that far too many cities are feeling the impact of this so-called invasion, which he argues has left them in a state of chaos.
According to Trump, the reality across the nation is one where neighborhoods have turned into battlegrounds, not due to foreign armies but due to what he refers to as “vicious” illegal immigrants who are allegedly better armed than the average American. His depiction of places like Aurora, Colorado, suggests a motif of unfettered lawlessness spreading like an infectious disease—one that local leaders are reluctant to acknowledge for fear of tarnishing the neighborhood’s reputation and driving away potential residents.
Trump: We are now known all throughout the world as an occupied country. We’re an occupied country. Can you believe it? pic.twitter.com/mLFfC4u2yN
— Acyn (@Acyn) October 12, 2024
The former president has made it clear that he sees this issue as a direct challenge to American sovereignty. He suggested that if he regains the presidency, November 5, 2024, will be celebrated as “Liberation Day,” a day when he intends to launch the largest deportation initiative ever seen in U.S. history. Trump pledged to reclaim cities and towns from what he deems an “invasion” and promised that violent criminals would either face incarceration or be expelled from the country at lightning speed.
Adding fuel to the fire, the National Border Patrol Council has thrown its support behind Trump, further solidifying his position as a choice for those who prioritize border security. With aspirations to boost the number of Border Patrol agents dramatically, he has taken a strong stance against the Biden administration’s immigration policies, particularly the contentious use of “parole” to allow millions of migrants entry into the U.S., most of whom are deemed illegal under existing laws.
Reinvigorating his plans from his presidency, Trump voiced intentions to complete the much-debated border wall, revive the “Remain in Mexico” policy, and forge new agreements with Central American countries to slow down the flow of illegal immigration. The former president’s message is unequivocal: he’s ready to confront the challenges posed by illegal immigration head-on, aiming to restore order and protect American citizens from what he views as a serious threat to their way of life.
