RALEIGH, N.C. — Former President Donald Trump spoke to Raleigh voters Monday morning as a final push to win North Carolina.
Here's what he had to say:
Trump's speech in Raleigh emphasized the importance of voting to "Make America Great Again." He highlighted his administration's achievements, including the lowest illegal immigration rates, the construction of 571 miles of border wall, and the release of Alice Johnson from a 22-year prison sentence.
Trump promised to cut taxes, reduce inflation, and end the war in Ukraine if re-elected.
He also discussed the dangers of open borders, mentioning the influx of 21 million people, criticizing the current administration for not vetting immigrants and allowing them to walk into the country "unchecked." He recounted the endorsement from border patrol, calling himself the "greatest president ever" and the current administration "the worst," and mentioned the need for a strong military and the importance of space command for national security.
Trump spoke on the importance of energy independence and the need to cut energy prices to boost the economy. He also mentioned the importance of supporting law enforcement and the need for respect and resources for police officers.
He promised to strengthen and modernize the criminal justice system and ensure that law enforcement has the tools they need to keep communities safe.
Trump concluded the rally by emphasizing the importance of voting and the strong support from the crowd in North Carolina.
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