US Election Heating up Immigration Debate
The US election campaign is heating up, with immigration becoming a highly debated issue. Former President Donald Trump is determined to defend his stance on immigration following waves of criticism for his controversial statements.
In recent weeks, the Republican candidate has been focusing on immigration and border security. Trump argues that immigrants are taking American jobs and holds President Biden responsible for the murder of nursing student Laken Riley by an illegal immigrant in Georgia.
During a campaign event in Ohio on March 16th, Trump continued his strong criticism of immigrants. He accused other countries of releasing criminals from prisons and allowing them to enter the US.
Trump also targeted President Biden and his border policies. The former US President explained that his statements were intended to stimulate a debate on immigration.
According to recent polls, immigration ranks at the top or near the top of voters’ concerns. It’s no surprise that Trump is trying to make immigration a focal point of the debate, as demonstrated by his visit to the US-Mexico border on the same day as President Biden’s visit.
Not to be outdone, the Biden campaign immediately accused Trump of “threatening political violence.”
James Singer, a spokesperson for the Biden campaign, stated that the American people will once again reject Trump’s extreme views in the upcoming November election.
The Biden campaign has long criticized Trump’s immigration statements and policies, such as allowing local police to deport illegal immigrants.
In addition to the immigration battle, another highly watched aspect of the campaign is the fundraising efforts. According to Reuters, the Biden campaign raised over $53 million in February and ended the month with $155 million.
Furthermore, the campaign raised an additional $10 million within 24 hours after Biden’s Federal Address on March 7th. Notably, about 1.3 million donors contributed to the campaign.
Since launching his reelection campaign in April 2023, President Biden has raised over $331 million. Bloomberg suggests that President Biden has a stronger financial advantage than Trump, who has yet to disclose his February figures.
By the end of January, two major Trump committees had only $36.6 million in cash and spent more than what they received during the month.
The US election is shaping up to be a fierce battle, with immigration at the forefront of the debate. Both candidates are determined to sway voters with their policies and financial capabilities. Stay tuned for more updates on this closely watched election.