Former President Donald Trump made strong statements regarding immigration during his election eve rally in Pennsylvania. He described the United States as an 'occupied country' and pledged to 'rescue every city and town that has been invaded and conquered.' Trump's rhetoric painted a dark and dystopian image, emphasizing his anti-immigration stance.
During his speech, Trump equated undocumented immigrants with legal migrants, referring to them as 'military invasions without the uniforms.' He promised a massive deportation effort and vowed to target migrant gangs, ban sanctuary cities, and seek the death penalty for migrants who kill US citizens.
Trump also addressed economic issues, proposing steep tariffs on automotive products from Mexico and steel from China. Economists have warned that such tariffs could lead to increased inflation as businesses pass on the additional costs to consumers.
Furthermore, Trump criticized the length of time it takes to count votes and called for single-day voting done on paper, contrary to his previous messaging encouraging early voting. He expressed concerns about election rigging and emphasized the need to 'win the old fashioned way' while calling for electoral reforms.
Both Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris focused their final campaign efforts on battleground states like Pennsylvania, underscoring the state's importance in the electoral college. The candidates' strategies have centered on key states like Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Arizona, Georgia, Nevada, and North Carolina.
Trump's closing message in Pittsburgh reiterated his anti-immigration stance and economic proposals, while Harris concluded her campaign with a blitz across Pennsylvania. The candidates' emphasis on swing states highlights the critical role these states play in determining the outcome of the election.
