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Trump Doubles Down On Falsehoods In West Coast Campaign Swing

Donald Trump Former U.S. President Trump hosts a campaign rally, in Rome, Georgia

Former President Donald Trump has been campaigning in battleground Nevada, where he has intensified his rhetoric in the past 24 hours. Trump has been making baseless claims, including attacking the Nasdaq, alleging that Vice President Harris wore an earpiece during their debate, and spreading unfounded rumors about Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio.

During his recent appearances in Los Angeles and Las Vegas, Trump veered off script multiple times. In Los Angeles, he focused on criticizing Harris's record as a prosecutor, while in Las Vegas, he revisited conspiracy theories about Harris wearing an earpiece, despite lacking evidence.

One concerning moment occurred during a press conference where Trump doubled down on rumors about Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio. When questioned about the impact of his rhetoric leading to bomb threats at schools in the area, Trump dismissed the concerns and shifted the focus to immigration issues.

He alleges Vice President Harris wore an earpiece during their debate.
Trump makes baseless claims attacking Nasdaq and spreading rumors about Haitian immigrants.
Trump veers off script in Los Angeles and Las Vegas, revisiting conspiracy theories.

Despite local authorities debunking the claims about Haitian migrants in Springfield, Trump insisted on his narrative, even suggesting a mass deportation effort starting in Springfield and Aurora. However, many migrants in Springfield have legal status, raising questions about the feasibility of such actions.

Trump's emphasis on immigration and crime aligns with his broader message to portray migrants, whether legal or illegal, as perpetrators of violent crimes. His advisors acknowledge that even if the rumors are proven false, the goal is to stoke fear and anxiety among voters, similar to tactics employed during the 2016 election.

By perpetuating debunked claims, Trump aims to instill fear and sway public opinion, with other figures like J.D. Vance amplifying these narratives on social media. Despite the lack of evidence supporting his assertions, Trump's rhetoric continues to resonate with certain segments of the population, fueling apprehension and division.

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