Former President Donald Trump made a visit to Austin, Texas, ahead of the upcoming election, where he expressed his plans to overhaul current border policies if he were to win the presidential election on November 5. During his speech, he referred to this date as “liberation day in America,” emphasizing the need to address border issues.
Trump criticized his Democratic opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, for her role in making Texas a significant target for border invasions. He praised the efforts of Republican Texas leaders such as Sen. Ted Cruz, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, Attorney General Ken Paxton, and Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller for their work on border security.
In contrast, Trump accused Harris of focusing on rallying with celebrities in Houston rather than addressing the concerns of those affected by migrant-related crimes. He highlighted the case of Jocelyn Nungaray, a 12-year-old girl who was kidnapped and murdered by two undocumented men from Venezuela. Her mother, Alexis Nungaray, criticized Harris for only reaching out to her family recently and questioned the sincerity of her apology.
Additionally, Paul Perez, the president of the National Border Patrol Council Local 3307, joined Trump in denouncing Harris’s priorities during her visit to Houston. He endorsed Trump’s leadership in handling border issues and emphasized the need for a strong stance against undocumented migrants.
Trump pledged to implement the “largest deportation program in American history” to address the issue of migrant invasions and eliminate criminal elements from the country. In addition to his speech, Trump participated in a podcast recording with Joe Rogan, known for his popular show, “The Joe Rogan Experience.”
The former president’s visit to Austin caused traffic disruptions and closures throughout the day as he engaged with supporters and outlined his vision for addressing border security and immigration concerns. Trump’s strong stance on these issues resonated with his audience, who expressed support for his plans to revamp existing policies if he were to be re-elected in the upcoming election.