On Thursday, GOP presidential nominee President Donald Trump delivered a fiery speech at the U.S.-Mexico border, pledging to implement the death penalty for child and women sex traffickers if re-elected.
Trump’s visit was aimed at highlighting his commitment to securing the border and cracking down on crime, particularly targeting those involved in human trafficking. “We will impose tough new sentences,” Trump declared, outlining his plan for a mandatory 10-year sentence for human smugglers, life imprisonment for child traffickers, and the death penalty for sex traffickers.
Trump criticized Vice President Kamala Harris for her handling of the border crisis, blaming her for the surge in illegal immigration and the resulting tragedies faced by American families. Trump’s speech was marked by emotional testimonies from families who have lost loved ones due to crimes committed by illegal immigrants. The mother of Rachel Morin, who was allegedly murdered by an illegal immigrant, spoke through tears, expressing the devastation her family has endured.
Trump also called for the death penalty to be included in immigration documents for major drug traffickers, with clear and bold warnings. “There’s a statement that says ‘death for drug traffickers,’ big letters, big, bold letters,” Trump said.
The event underscored Trump’s tough stance on border security and his broader strategy to address crime and illegal immigration, which he says have been worsened by current policies.
