Vance Blames Immigration for French Riots in Campaign Pitch

US Vice President JD Vance has blamed immigration from poorer countries for the riots during recent protests in France, using the unrest as a campaign talking point just over two weeks before the US congressional elections. He wrote on X that left-wing politicians had brought in the "Third World" in the name of diversity and compassion. Vance criticized France for not focusing on "assimilation and compatibility," claiming politicians were warned of the consequences. He suggested a similar future awaits the US if Democrats control Congress. The riots occurred Saturday alongside largely peaceful protests over high living costs, which the French government attributed to "violent far-left" agitators. Vance linked a video showing a fire at the historic town hall in Limoges, urging France to stop the "madness" before more landmarks burn. The Trump administration, which promotes mass deportations, has previously criticized European asylum and migration policies.