Immigration speech on Donald Trump
← Back to Donald Trump ProfileWhile campaigning in 2016, Donald Trump, known for prioritizing "the best people," articulated his vision for selective immigration based on perceived potential for success and loyalty.
“It's our right as a sovereign nation to choose immigrants that we think are the likeliest to thrive and flourish and love us.”
Then-candidate Donald Trump, speaking in August 2016, framed immigration reform as serving elites rather than everyday Americans, aligning with his populist message.
“The fundamental problem with the immigration system in our country is that it serves the needs of wealthy donors, political activists and powerful politicians. Let me tell you who it doesn’t serve: it doesn’t serve you, the American people.”
Speaking in August 2016, then-candidate Donald Trump outlined his vision for immigration reform, prioritizing the well-being of American citizens over traditional reform goals.
“When politicians talk about immigration reform, they usually mean the following: amnesty, open borders, and lower wages. Immigration reform should mean something else entirely: it should mean improvements to our laws and policies to make life better for American citizens. But if we are going to make our immigration system work, then we have to be prepared to talk honestly and without fear about these important and sensitive issues.”
Speaking in 2016 amidst the immigration debate, then-candidate Donald Trump framed the issue as solely concerning the "well-being of the American people," prioritizing it above all else.
“To all the politicians, donors and special interests, hear these words from me today: there is only one core issue in the immigration debate and it is this: the well-being of the American people. Nothing even comes a close second.”