Former President Trump reiterated his commitment to cracking down on illegal immigration during a rally in Arizona, where he accepted an endorsement from the National Border Patrol Council. He accused Vice President Kamala Harris of causing a surge in unauthorized border crossings and vowed to conduct the largest deportation operation in history if re-elected.
Despite his rhetoric, Trump previously thwarted a bipartisan immigration bill that would have allocated more resources to border security. His campaign frequently criticizes Harris, dubbing her the “border czar” despite her not holding that title.
Trump’s administration was characterized by efforts to curb illegal immigration, including controversial policies like separating immigrant families. He continues to advocate for completing the border wall and highlights his administration’s lower border crossing numbers compared to Biden’s early years.
At the rally, union president Paul Perez expressed support for Trump’s tough stance on immigration, while a Harris spokesperson criticized Trump’s track record on immigration policy. Trump emphasized the need for higher pay and bonuses for Border Patrol agents and criticized the current administration’s approach to border security.