TRUMP ON IMMIGRATION: “ASSIMILATION MATTERS”

Former President Donald Trump is making headlines again after a statement on immigration that’s sparking strong reactions online.

He said:
“If you don’t share our values, contribute to our economy and assimilate into our society, then we don’t want you in our country.”

Supporters say it’s a straightforward message about national unity, economic contribution, and respect for American values. They argue that successful immigration has always included assimilation and participation in the workforce.

Critics, however, say the statement oversimplifies a complex issue and risks excluding people who are still in the process of building new lives in the U.S. They point out that many immigrant communities have contributed to the country while also preserving their cultural identities.

The comment has quickly gone viral, reigniting the ongoing national debate over immigration, identity, and what it means to become part of American society.

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