Trump Escalates Anti-Immigrant Rhetoric, Signaling Shift Beyond Customary Crackdown
WASHINGTON – Former President Donald Trump has intensified his attacks on non-white immigrants, moving beyond previous rhetoric focused on criminal deportations too embrace language echoing white nationalist ideologies, raising alarms among observers.This shift appears aimed at consolidating support from a growing far-right contingent within his base.
Following the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol, Trump vowed on social media to “remove anyone who is not a net asset to the United States, or is incapable of loving our Country.” This statement marked a departure from earlier promises centered on targeting violent criminals or those who had entered the country illegally.
Trump now appears to be appealing to younger, more radical Republican men who reject traditional conservatism. These supporters openly advocate for a white Christian nation governed by men, with groups like America First, led by Nick Fuentes, gaining prominence. Within the administration,figures like Stephen Miller have reportedly pushed policies reflecting similar ideologies.
On February 16th, Trump posted on his Truth Social account a promise to “denaturalize migrants who undermine domestic tranquility, and deport any Foreign National who is a public charge, security risk, or non-compatible with Western Civilization.” He further stated the goal was to achieve a ”major reduction in illegal and disruptive populations…Only REVERSE MIGRATION can fully cure this situation.”
The Labor Department recently posted an image of the Lincoln Memorial using a font associated with the Third Reich, accompanied by the text, “[redacted for compliance with safety guidelines].” The post has since been removed.
