Former President Donald Trump has issued a warning about a new and highly concerning crime wave sweeping through New York City and the rest of the country. According to him, this crime surge poses a significant threat to the safety and well-being of citizens.
“In his recent post on Truth Social, Trump highlighted the emergence of a concerning trend in New York City and across America – the rise of a new category of crime. This phenomenon, known as Biden Migrant Crime, is proving to be larger and more violent than anything witnessed in decades. Trump expressed deep concern over this development, emphasizing the potential dangers it poses. He concluded his post by wishing everyone luck in navigating this troubling situation.”
During a speech outside a New York City courtroom, Trump expressed his affection for the city and state, urging them to prioritize addressing the issue of violent crime occurring in their midst. He stated, “I have a deep love for this city and state, but we must direct our attention towards tackling the escalating problem of violent crime.”
The context:
Just before his scheduled appearance in a New York court, Donald Trump made remarks in response to his recent indictment by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.
According to Bragg, Trump has been accused of falsifying business records in relation to the alleged hush money payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Bragg further claims that the former president deliberately and fraudulently altered New York business records in order to hide criminal activity and prevent damaging information from reaching the public during the 2016 presidential election.
Trump has consistently denied any wrongdoing in the case and reiterated his stance that no crime was committed, as he addressed the media outside the courthouse.
What we know:
In recent months, there has been a rise in illegal migrant encounters, particularly at the United States-Mexico border, according to data from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). This situation has led to the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas by the House of Representatives on Tuesday. The Biden administration has also faced criticism for its handling of the border situation.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has been taking migrants by bus to Democratic-led sanctuary cities like New York. According to a report by the Texas Tribune, more than 33,000 migrants have arrived in New York City from Texas since December 2022.
New York Mayor Eric Adams has expressed concern about the effects of the ongoing influx of migrants on the city.
Adams expressed his concern for New Yorkers in September, stating, “Let me tell you something, New Yorkers. I have never encountered a problem without a solution…but I cannot see an end to this. This issue has the potential to devastate New York City.”
In a recent interview with Fox Nation, Adams emphasized that New York City embraces its identity as a city of immigrants. He acknowledged the rich history of immigration in the city but highlighted the need to address the global issue of migration in a fair and balanced manner. Adams expressed concern that burdening New Yorkers with the sole responsibility of solving this problem would be unjust to both the local residents and the migrants themselves.
Views:
The recent incident of migrants attacking cops has received strong criticism from the New York City Police Benevolent Association. They have expressed their firm stance, stating that those who attack NYC police officers show a complete disregard for the law. The association believes that this incident is a direct consequence of the justice system’s failure to hold such individuals accountable. They argue that when offenders are not appropriately punished, they become more confident in victimizing other New Yorkers. The association firmly believes that the attacker should be returned to prison and kept there to ensure the safety of the community.
What’s next:
A New York judge denied Trump’s motion to dismiss the case and scheduled a jury selection date for March 25 during the hearing on Thursday.
The rejection of Trump’s motion is a blow to his 2024 presidential campaign, as he has aimed to postpone several of his legal cases, including this one, until after the election.
Former President Donald Trump is currently under investigation for alleged election interference. Special Counsel Jack Smith has filed two federal indictments against him, and there is another case pending in Fulton County, Georgia.
Update: As of February 15, 2024, at 10:03 a.m. ET, this article has been revised to include more details and to mention that Newsweek has contacted Trump for his comment.
Update: Additional information has been added to this article as of 2/15/24, 11:13 a.m. ET.
