Former President Donald Trump attacked Vice President Kamala Harris as a “communist” and promised to remove taxes from overtime pay during an event in Tucson, Arizona. He doubled down on unfounded claims of migrant crime and criticized the Biden administration’s policies when it comes to the economy and immigration. Trump also sought to soften his image on abortion and rejected the idea of a third debate with Harris.
While Trump’s speech was intended to focus on housing and the economy, he spent a significant amount of time talking about immigration, blaming the Biden administration for what he perceived as an increase in criminal activity. He pledged to reduce inflation, bring down mortgage rates, and cut energy costs if elected for a second term.
Despite data showing a decline in migrant encounters at the southern border, Trump continued to insist that the country is under invasion and is being conquered by a “foreign element.” He vowed to close the border, deport undocumented migrants, and suppress support for Democrats among Latino voters.
The rally in Tucson aimed to appeal to Latino voters, with some expressing support for Trump due to their disappointment in President Biden’s handling of various issues. However, some Latino Republicans, like Olivia Troye, have been turned off by Trump’s rhetoric on immigration and anti-immigrant sentiment. The race for the White House has tightened in Arizona, with both candidates and their surrogates making frequent visits to the state in an effort to win over voters.
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