Trump Stokes Controversy at Aurora Rally

During a campaign rally in Aurora, Colorado, former President Donald Trump amplified his anti-immigration rhetoric by claiming the city is 'occupied' by Venezuelan gang members and proposing a controversial federal program called 'Operation Aurora' aimed at mass deportations if he is re-elected. Trump called for the death penalty for migrants who kill American citizens, a stance that resonated with his supporters but raised concerns over its implications. Local officials, including Aurora's Republican mayor, Mike Coffman, refuted Trump's claims, stating that concerns about gang activity have been grossly exaggerated and that crime rates have actually decreased. Community leaders expressed frustration over the misinformation, arguing that it distracts from pressing issues like affordable housing. Critics accuse Trump of leveraging fear and xenophobia to energize his voter base ahead of the election against Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. Overall, Trump's visit reflects a broader strategy to mobilize support through heightened anti-immigrant sentiments.