In a fiery critique, U.S. President Donald Trump accused the Democratic Party of plotting to dismantle national borders, enabling an influx of millions of migrants he claims would come to "plunder and violate" American communities.
This assertion was delivered in a video on the official Rapid Response 47 account, capturing a rally held at the Five Flags Center in Dubuque, Iowa, just two days before the pivotal midterm elections.
"Democrats are openly pledging to abolish your borders and allow millions from third-world countries to pillage, assault, and strip your communities," Trump stated during his address.
Trump extended his criticism to the Democrats' economic policies, accusing them of intending to "steal your wealth and give it away to con artists, thieves, and fools."
The rally, documented by Iowa Capital Dispatch, highlighted Trump's verbal onslaught against Democratic candidates as the campaign reached its final stages.
Shifting focus beyond immigration and crime, Trump attributed economic woes to his political opponents, claiming the previous Democratic administration was responsible for multiple financial crises.
"When the radical Democrats were last in power, they gave us the worst inflation in U.S. history, the highest energy prices ever, and the worst trade deficit, while letting 25 million people cross our borders," he declared.
However, Trump's claim of 25 million migrants lacks support from available data. A fact-check by Factchequeado in July indicated that Trump's estimates have progressively increased without being corroborated by official records during Biden's presidency.
In another video, Trump boasted about his administration's impact, stating, "Less than two years ago, the radical left Democrats plunged us into America's dark age, but we swiftly turned it into a Golden Age."
He added, "Over the last 17 months, zero illegal immigrants have been admitted to the United States," a statement he has reiterated in other campaign events.
According to FactCheck.org, Trump's remark refers to a period during which border authorities temporarily did not release migrants caught crossing illegally into the U.S., not that all unauthorized crossings ceased.
The speech also attacked Democratic plans for taxes, public safety, energy, and social issues. In another clip from Rapid Response 47, Trump detailed measures he claims Democrats would pursue if they regain Congressional control.
"Democrats want to raise your taxes by trillions, defund the police, eliminate oil and natural gas, wipe out your life's savings, bankrupt your families, take away your guns, mutilate your children, and destroy your way of life," he declared.
Trump's rally also served to endorse Republican Congresswoman Ashley Hinson, who is running against Democrat Josh Turek for a Senate seat. The race is significant as Republicans aim to maintain their Congressional majority.
The November 3rd elections will not only determine the entire House of Representatives but also decide numerous governorships and state offices. Republicans are striving to retain legislative power, while Democrats are trying to reclaim seats in several key contests.
Earlier on Sunday, Trump warned he might resort to using his veto power if Democrats regain Congressional control. In a Fox News interview, he mentioned becoming "Mr. Veto" to block opposition proposals until compromises are reached.
Key Questions on Trump's Criticism of Democrats
What did Trump accuse the Democrats of during his rally in Iowa?
Trump accused Democrats of wanting to eliminate borders and allow millions of migrants to enter the U.S. to commit crimes such as plundering and violating communities.
How did Trump describe the economic impact of the previous Democratic administration?
Trump claimed that the previous Democratic administration was responsible for the worst inflation, highest energy prices, and biggest trade deficit in U.S. history.
What was Trump's claim about illegal immigration in the last 17 months?
Trump claimed that no illegal immigrants had been admitted to the U.S. in the last 17 months, although this referred to a specific period where border authorities did not release detained migrants temporarily.