As the 2024 presidential race heats up, Donald Trump’s recent comments about “bad genes” have reignited debates over his views on immigration. His remarks, made during an interview with conservative talk show host Hugh Hewitt, have drawn sharp criticism from several political figures.
Trump's 'words matter': Republican strategist responds to former president's 'bad genes' comment
Below is an analysis of Trump's rhetoric, its implications, and how it fits into his broader immigration policies for the upcoming election.
Donald Trump's comment about "bad genes" during a recent radio interview with Hugh Hewitt caused a lot of controversy. Trump was talking about immigration, specifically referring to immigrants who had committed murder. He noted, "I believe this: It's in their genes. And we have a lot of bad genes in our country right now," implying that criminal behavior among these individuals is genetic. His campaign later clarified that Trump was referring to convicted murderers and not immigrants as a whole (via AP News).
The comment is part of a broader pattern in Trump’s rhetoric on immigration. Critics have often condemned his statements as dehumanizing immigrants. In 2023, Trump used similar language, claiming that immigrants were “poisoning the blood of our country.”
