‘Close up your borders’: Trump blames French unrest on immigration
The US president said Europe would be finished if it did not close its borders and remove criminals, adding that Paris would soon become a Muslim city.
US President Donald Trump on Monday once again linked immigration to the unrest and violence that have gripped France in recent days, urging European leaders to tighten their borders. Trump's remarks echoed his previous statements, insisting that the issue lies with immigration and not schools or other factors. Addressing French President Emmanuel Macron, Trump told him, "Close up your borders."
This was during weekend demonstrations in Paris and other cities that escalated into some of the most violent street clashes France has experienced in years. Trump recalled a past conversation with Macron, stating, "A long time ago, you're making a big mistake in France. You're letting everybody from the world come in. The whole world was coming in."
He further warned that Paris could soon become a predominantly Muslim city. Trump concluded by asserting that if Europe fails to close its borders and expel criminals, the continent will face its downfall. The Republican president reiterated that combating illegal immigration is a key plank of his 2024 election campaign, often invoking racial fears.
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