Trump proposes controversial crime plan at Pennsylvania rally

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At a rally in Pennsylvania, Donald Trump proposed a controversial plan to combat crime by allowing law enforcement "one real rough, nasty" day to crack down on offenders. He claimed this would immediately stop crime, despite his campaign later stating the remarks were made in jest. Critics have likened Trump's idea to the movie series "The Purge," where all crimes are legal for a day. His comments have sparked significant backlash, with some drawing parallels to historical events like Kristallnacht. Trump's remarks reflect his long-standing support for aggressive police actions. As he campaigns for the 2024 presidential election, he positions himself as a tough-on-crime candidate, while facing legal challenges related to business record falsifications.


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