Former US President Donald Trump has recently made headlines with controversial remarks at a fundraiser in Palm Beach, Florida. During the event, Trump criticized the origins of current immigrants to the US, lamenting the absence of immigrants from what he termed as “nice” countries like Denmark and Switzerland. Instead, he claimed that immigrants were coming from “prisons and jails” and countries he described as “a disaster”. These comments mirror his 2018 statements about immigrants from “shithole countries”, which stirred widespread accusations of racism.

Trump, facing multiple legal challenges, remains a central figure in the Republican party and the presumptive nominee for the upcoming presidential election. He has continued to use issues surrounding the chaos at the southern US border as a pivotal campaign topic. Trump specifically made negative remarks about migrants from Yemen and Latin America, attracting criticism for his divisive rhetoric. Despite this, he still garners laughter and support from certain audiences, showcasing his sustained backing from some sectors of society.

In the same speech, Trump also targeted current President Joe Biden with baseless claims, such as an alleged incident involving Biden and the Resolute Desk in the Oval Office. Additionally, Trump attacked Biden’s border policy, making unfounded allegations about the origins and criminal backgrounds of migrants. Despite Trump’s assertions linking migrants to crime, 2023 statistics indicate a nationwide decrease in crime, including a 13% reduction in murders. Research further suggests that US-born citizens are more likely to be arrested for violent crimes than undocumented immigrants.

Trump concluded his remarks with a grim outlook on America’s future, hinting at dire consequences if the upcoming election did not go his way. His wife, Melania Trump, made a rare public appearance, standing beside him as he delivered his contentious speech.