Impact of Trump’s ‘Bad Genes’ Immigration Claims
During a recent interview, former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that illegal immigrants are bringing “bad genes” into the country, linking immigration to an increase in crime.
Trump suggested that certain crimes, such as murder, are tied to genetics, reigniting his inflammatory rhetoric regarding immigrants.
He has made similar remarks before, notably referencing immigrants “poisoning the blood” of the U.S., which has drawn widespread criticism.
The White House condemned these comments as hateful and inappropriate, asserting that such language has no place in public discourse.
These remarks come as Trump continues to make immigration a central issue in his 2024 presidential campaign, promising mass deportations and criticizing current immigration policies under Vice President Kamala Harris