U.S. President Donald Trump once again directed his rhetoric against migrants and “sanctuary cities,” warning his supporters in Kentucky that those who crossed the border illegally under the Joe Biden administration were “criminals” and individuals with mental health issues—and, he claimed, they would return to the country if Republicans lose the midterm elections on November 3.
During an extensive speech in Kentucky, where he traveled to endorse Republican candidates, President Trump focused much of his message on warning voters that a Democratic victory in the midterm elections would lead to an influx of more undocumented immigrants and a rise in the cost of living.
Among the candidates he supports are Representative Andy Barr—who is seeking to fill the seat of the retiring Senator Mitch McConnell—and Ed Gallrein, a candidate for the House of Representatives in the fourth congressional district.
Trump, who was greeted enthusiastically by supporters chanting “USA,” reiterated a promise of $5,000 for voters if Republicans retain their majority in the November 3 elections.
In his speech, he blamed the previous Democratic administration for the worst inflation in U.S. history, record-high energy prices, and the largest trade deficit. He also claimed that 25 million people had entered the country across the border from various parts of the world.
“It was like a military invasion, and if they win the midterm election, they’ll do it again,” he warned those gathered at the Truist Arena, on the campus of Northern Kentucky University. He urged them to cast their votes—”as if I were on the ballot”—to prevent such a scenario from recurring.
