Sen. J.D. Vance Defends Trump's Claims on Aurora

Sen. J.D. Vance has defended former President Donald Trump's claims that Venezuelan gangs have taken over Aurora, Colorado, despite the city's Republican mayor, Mike Coffman, stating that such assertions are 'grossly exaggerated' and harmful to the city's safety perception. During an appearance on ABC's 'This Week,' Vance suggested that even if the mayor downplayed the issue to a few apartment complexes, it indicates some truth to Trump's statements. Raddatz challenged Vance on the accuracy of Trump's claims, emphasizing the mayor's assertion that the police have effectively managed the limited incidents. Vance attributed the problems to Vice President Kamala Harris's border policies, suggesting that these have led to unvetted migrants causing issues in Aurora. The mayor's remarks highlight the disconnect between local leadership and Trump's narrative, as he seeks to position the Democrats as responsible for public safety concerns. This tension reflects broader political strategies as the 2024 election approaches, focusing on immigration and crime.