Donald Trump, in his first campaign event since being found guilty of 24 felonies, stated that he would reverse President Joe Biden's order on illegal border crossings. He also threatened to impose tariffs on countries that do not control the flow of migrants into the United States. Trump mentioned using economic measures, such as severe tariffs, to address the issue. However, he did not provide specific details on the size or type of tariffs he would impose.
During the event in Arizona, a must-win state, Trump faced questions from the audience regarding shutting off the flow of people entering the US through the southern border, including migrants from China and the Middle East. The former president emphasized the use of economic power and tough measures against countries that do not behave. The event took place after Trump's conviction on 34 counts of falsifying business records related to a hush-money payment to a porn star.
Immigration was a prominent topic during the event, reflecting its significance in voters' minds leading up to the November 5 election. Biden recently issued an executive order that bars migrants who enter the US illegally from claiming asylum when daily numbers exceed 2,500. The order also facilitates deportations to Mexico and will remain in effect until illegal crossings fall below 1,500 per day. Biden faced criticism from various sides for this policy shift, with Republicans considering it insufficient.
Trump pledged to reverse Biden's executive order if he were to win the election, describing it as "pro-invasion, pro-child trafficking... pro-drug dealers." Arizona, which Biden won by a narrow margin in 2020, is expected to play a crucial role in the electoral prospects of both candidates. Trump is also scheduled to hold a rally in Nevada, another swing state, on Sunday.
During the event in Arizona, a must-win state, Trump faced questions from the audience regarding shutting off the flow of people entering the US through the southern border, including migrants from China and the Middle East. The former president emphasized the use of economic power and tough measures against countries that do not behave. The event took place after Trump's conviction on 34 counts of falsifying business records related to a hush-money payment to a porn star.
Immigration was a prominent topic during the event, reflecting its significance in voters' minds leading up to the November 5 election. Biden recently issued an executive order that bars migrants who enter the US illegally from claiming asylum when daily numbers exceed 2,500. The order also facilitates deportations to Mexico and will remain in effect until illegal crossings fall below 1,500 per day. Biden faced criticism from various sides for this policy shift, with Republicans considering it insufficient.
Trump pledged to reverse Biden's executive order if he were to win the election, describing it as "pro-invasion, pro-child trafficking... pro-drug dealers." Arizona, which Biden won by a narrow margin in 2020, is expected to play a crucial role in the electoral prospects of both candidates. Trump is also scheduled to hold a rally in Nevada, another swing state, on Sunday.
