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Trump, Kamala Harris present contrasting plans for America in presidential rallies

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Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday presented starkly contrasting visions for America’s future in their recent speeches.

Trump, who spoke in Pennsylvania on Sunday, advocated a forceful police crackdown on crime, emphasizing the need for authorities to become “extraordinarily rough.”

This rhetoric drew loud applause from the crowd as he recounted instances of brazen daylight robberies in major cities.

Trump asserted that criminals must be “taught” and that a single “violent day” would suffice to convey the message.

He blamed the “liberal left” for hindering law enforcement from performing their duties.

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In contrast, Harris focused on immigration reform during her rally in Nevada, addressing “serious problems” with border security.

She pledged to double Department of Justice resources to combat transnational cartels and criticized Trump’s inaction on immigration reform during his presidency. Harris emphasized the economy, healthcare, and comprehensive reform without providing specifics.

Trump‘s speech reiterated his dark, racially charged narrative of an America overwhelmed by violent migrants and criminals. He claimed terrorists are entering the country and referenced a Congolese prison as the origin of many individuals. This rhetoric echoes his previous statements, sparking concerns about inflammatory language and potential consequences.

The differing approaches of Trump and Harris reflect the polarized political landscape ahead of the November 5 presidential election.

Pennsylvania and Nevada are crucial swing states, with Pennsylvania considered the most critical of the seven toss-up states.

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