Trump Accuses Biden of Border Conspiracy
Trump’s Allegations Against Biden
Republican frontrunner Donald Trump accused President Joe Biden of engaging in a “conspiracy to overthrow the United States” through lax security policies that have allowed millions of migrants to stream across the U.S. border with Mexico.
Trump’s Claims at Campaign Rallies
Speaking at a campaign rally in Greensboro, North Carolina, Trump suggested that Democrats are hoping to convert migrants who enter the country illegally into reliable voters. He elaborated on these allegations at an evening rally in Richmond, Virginia, accusing Biden of providing “aid and comfort to foreign enemies of the United States” through his border policies.
Biden’s Response and Actions
In response to Trump’s accusations, Biden’s campaign pointed to a border security bill in Congress that Trump helped torpedo last month by urging Republicans to vote against it. Biden had called on Congress to provide more enforcement funding and expressed willingness to “shut down the border” if given new authority to turn back migrants.
Political Implications
Trump has frequently claimed that Democrats are purposefully allowing migrants into the country to grow their political support. Both Biden and Trump have toured the southern border in Texas, indicating the political significance of the issue. Trump often asserts, without evidence, that migrants have caused a spike in violent crime in U.S. cities.
Expert Analysis and Campaign Trail
Political analyst Jennifer Mercieca highlighted Trump’s use of unfounded conspiracy allegations to undermine opponents. Trump was campaigning in North Carolina and Virginia ahead of their primaries, aiming to secure the Republican presidential nomination.
