Trump Slams Democrats Over Border Crisis: “We Can Never Forget What They’ve Done”

**WASHINGTON, D.C. —**President Donald J. Trump delivered a sharp rebuke of Democratic immigration policies, citing what he claimed was a dramatic turnaround at the U.S. southern border under his leadership.

“No people came in last month — ZERO,” Trump said. “A year ago, we had hundreds of thousands of people come in. Why would anybody do to our country what these Democrats have done? And honestly, we can NEVER forget it.”

Trump was referring to the stark contrast between immigration enforcement during his administration and the current situation under Democratic leadership, where illegal border crossings have reached record highs in recent years. His remarks imply that strict border policies during his presidency — including Remain in Mexico, Title 42, and increased wall construction — led to periods of near-zero illegal crossings.

While official data doesn’t confirm absolute zero crossings, border apprehensions dropped significantly at points during Trump’s term, especially amid pandemic-era restrictions. In contrast, under the Biden administration, the U.S. has struggled with historic surges in migrant encounters, straining federal and state resources.

Trump has made border security a central theme of his campaign, pledging to restore order, finish the wall, and enact tougher immigration laws if re-elected. His latest comments underscore an ongoing Republican critique of Democratic immigration policies, which they say have led to increased crime, overcrowded facilities, and national security concerns.

“We can’t move forward unless we remember what they’ve done,” Trump added. “They turned our country into a sanctuary for chaos.”