Trump previously characterized the situation by stating "France is burning" and demanded that the government "close your Borders and take control" to restore order. He positioned the immediate sealing of national borders as the only way to end the instability before it was "too late."
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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French Officials Reject Migrant Blame for National Unrest
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Struggling schools and the rising cost of living have fueled the unrest and looting occurring throughout France. Government officials have not linked migrants to the violence, contradicting assertions from far-right groups and former U.S. President Donald Trump that immigration is the cause of the disorder.
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