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Former President Donald Trump has raised the stakes in the 2024 election with a bold new proposal: the creation of a federal compensation fund for Americans harmed by illegal immigrants allowed into the country under the Biden-Harris administration. Trump made the announcement during a recent rally, signaling his strong opposition to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris's immigration policies.
"I am open to creating a federal fund for victims of illegal immigrants who have been let into our country under Biden and Harris," Trump declared to roaring applause. The former president’s statement reignited heated debate over immigration, with critics accusing the current administration of being too lax on border security. Trump further claimed that many of the individuals entering the U.S. under Biden’s watch are "dangerous criminals," blaming the administration for endangering American lives.
His controversial remarks come amid ongoing discussions about border security and immigration reform, both of which remain hot-button issues in the run-up to the 2024 election. Trump’s proposal quickly became a talking point across social media, with his supporters praising the idea as a necessary step to protect American citizens, while his detractors slammed it as fear-mongering and divisive.
"You have people crossing the border who shouldn’t be here, and they’re hurting our citizens. We need to take care of our own people," Trump said during his speech. He emphasized that the fund would be specifically aimed at compensating victims of violent crimes, theft, and other harms caused by illegal immigrants who had entered the country during Biden’s presidency.
The notion of a compensation fund is already drawing comparisons to the federal victim funds established in the aftermath of major tragedies, such as the September 11 attacks. While Trump did not outline specific details for how the fund would be financed or managed, he suggested that it would provide financial assistance and other resources to individuals and families affected by crimes committed by those who entered the country illegally.
Critics, however, were quick to push back on Trump’s proposal. Many argued that it is another attempt to stoke fear and division on immigration. "Trump’s plan is just another way to vilify immigrants and distract from real issues," said one political analyst. Others pointed out that Trump’s rhetoric fails to account for the contributions of many immigrants to the U.S. economy and society.
Despite the backlash, Trump doubled down, citing what he called "countless stories" of Americans who have been victimized by illegal immigrants. "People are hurting because this administration refuses to enforce the law. Under my leadership, we will not stand for it," he asserted.
As the race for the White House intensifies, Trump’s stance on immigration is sure to remain a central pillar of his campaign. Whether his proposal for a federal compensation fund will gain traction remains to be seen, but it has already ignited fierce debate across the political spectrum.
