Former President Stands by Debunked Remarks on Immigrants in Ohio

During a Univision town hall on October 16, 2024, former President Donald Trump reiterated his false claims about immigrants, including a controversial statement that immigrants were eating pets. The remarks, made in Ohio, sparked widespread backlash, but Trump stood by them, despite being repeatedly debunked by experts. This follows a pattern of unsubstantiated assertions about immigration that have previously been criticized for fueling fear and misinformation.

In the same town hall, Trump continued to defend his stance on mass deportations and doubled down on controversial policies aimed at reducing immigration. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris, in a series of interviews, sought to address concerns about her own party’s stance on immigration while emphasizing the importance of fact-based discussions.