Trump Continues Criticism of Immigrants During Rally in Pennsylvania.
Former President Donald Trump intensified his attacks on the immigrant community during a campaign rally on Monday in Indiana, Pennsylvania. Addressing the crowd, Trump demanded, “You have to get them the hell out,” referring to immigrants.
As Trump spoke, the audience chanted, “Send them back!”
In recent weeks, Trump has focused criticism on Springfield, Ohio, particularly targeting its Haitian residents. He has made unsubstantiated claims that immigrants are harming pets and described them as illegal despite their legal status. This rhetoric has disrupted life in Springfield, prompting the Republican mayor to call for civility amid threats and event cancellations due to security concerns.
During the rally, Trump criticized Democrats for allegedly wanting to “inundate Pennsylvania communities” with migrants, accusing them of altering the character of small towns and villages across the country.
“Do you think Springfield will ever be the same?” Trump asked. “The fact is — and I’ll say it now — you have to get them the hell out. You have to get them out. I’m sorry. Get them out. Can’t have it. … They’ve destroyed it.”
Trump’s campaign later highlighted this segment of his speech on social media. Following the crowd’s chants, Trump acknowledged, “It’s terrible to say, and it’s a tough thing to do.”
Trump’s 2024 campaign has consistently promised mass deportations, though specific plans have been sparse. His remarks on Monday seemed to conflate the situation in Springfield with broader concerns about illegal immigration.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine (R) defended the immigrants in Springfield, stating in a recent TV interview, “These people are here legally. They came to work. These are good people.”
DeWine also noted that many of the bomb threats facing Springfield were “unfounded” and originated overseas. These threats have caused significant disruption, leading to evacuations and heightened security in local schools and government buildings.
Springfield Mayor Rob Rue expressed ongoing anxiety among residents, citing the impact of Trump’s false claims from a recent debate. “We need help, not hate,” Rue told MSNBC. He urged national leaders to consider the effect of their words on communities like Springfield, acknowledging the stress experienced by the city.
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