Trump and Vance Amplify False Claims About Immigrants

The GOP candidates escalate rhetoric with debunked stories about Haitian refugees, stirring fear and misinformation.

JD Vance and Donald Trump have been spreading false claims about Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, including accusations of pet theft and rising crime rates.
Local officials, including Republican Governor Mike DeWine, have debunked these claims, stating there is no evidence to support the allegations.
Trump recently escalated his rhetoric at a rally in North Carolina, falsely claiming that immigrants are attacking villages and cities across the Midwest.
Analysts warn that the false narratives promoted by Trump and Vance are part of a broader strategy to dehumanize immigrants and distract from their political agenda.
The misinformation campaign has led to social unrest, including bomb threats and evacuations in Springfield, highlighting the dangerous impact of their rhetoric.