Donald Trump is set to visit Springfield, Ohio, and Aurora, Colorado, rallying against what he calls "orchestrated, government-subsidized migrations" that are displacing American workers and destabilizing communities. As immigration sparks economic and social turmoil, Trump promises to fight back and "protect our country."
In a fiery speech during a September 16 rally in Long Island, New York, former President Donald Trump announced plans to visit Springfield, Ohio, and Aurora, Colorado, two cities he claims are being overwhelmed by "orchestrated, government-subsidized migrations" that are displacing American workers and destabilizing communities. Trump accused the Biden administration of facilitating the influx of migrants, particularly Haitians in Springfield, in an effort to push a cheap labor agenda, which he says has led to economic and civic disruption.
“In the next two weeks, I’m going to Springfield and then to Aurora,” Trump declared to his supporters. “We’re going to take care of Ohio, and we’re going to take care of Colorado, and we’re going to take care of every single state in the union. They’re all under siege.”
He criticized local officials, claiming they are more focused on integrating migrants through education and language services than addressing the broader economic impact on residents. “Instead of saying, ‘We’re getting them all out!’ they’re hiring teachers to teach them English and interpreters for schools,” Trump said. “What the hell is wrong with our country?”
The former president emphasized the issue of crime in Aurora, where he accused the Biden administration of releasing unvetted Venezuelan criminals into Colorado. Springfield, however, has faced more economic fallout, as the influx of up to 20,000 Haitian migrants—supported by federal work permits and aid—has reportedly strained local resources, depressed wages, and driven up housing costs, forcing many American residents out of jobs and homes.
Trump's remarks reflect his ongoing criticism of the Biden administration’s handling of immigration, which he claims is part of a broader strategy to manipulate the labor market and serve corporate interests. He vowed to reverse these policies if reelected and pledged to deport migrants who he says entered the U.S. illegally.
The migration crisis in Springfield, according to Trump, is exacerbated by the Biden administration's use of visa "parole" to allow an additional 200,000 Haitians to fly directly into the U.S. for work. Critics, including Trump, argue that this not only depletes Haiti of its skilled workers but also harms American communities by inflating the labor pool and displacing U.S. workers.
Despite these claims, proponents of immigration, including prominent voices like economist Paul Krugman and journalist Adam Serwer, argue that migrants are vital to the economic revitalization of towns like Springfield. They point to the role migrant workers play in industries such as food processing and warehousing, where they fill critical labor shortages. Krugman acknowledged that while migration can strain housing and local services, it also contributes to economic growth, especially in regions that have struggled with population loss and job decline.
However, local residents in Springfield report a different reality. Some, like William Monaghan, claim that the influx of migrants is pushing Americans out of jobs. “I know people who’ve applied for work at a lot of these same places, but they’re not getting jobs,” Monaghan said. Others have echoed concerns about being denied welfare assistance due to the overwhelming demand from migrants.
As Trump prepares to take his message to Springfield and Aurora, his stance on immigration continues to polarize the country. His upcoming visits will likely reignite debates over the economic and social impacts of migration, with his supporters pushing for stricter immigration enforcement and his critics warning that such policies could reverse economic gains in struggling American towns.
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