Europe warned of ‘horrible invasion' of immigrants as crisis grows across the continent
On Friday, shortly after landing in Scotland, Trump warned that the 'horrible invasion' of immigrants in Europe is 'killing the continent'.
Before Trump ascended to the presidency, America was facing its own illegal immigration problems at the southern border.
Following Trump's inauguration, mass deportations and strict migration policies were introduced that have effectively closed the border.
As America celebrates its closed border, European countries such as the UK struggle with the influx of boats carrying illegal immigrants.
'But on immigration, you better get your act together. You're not going to have a Europe anymore. You better get your act together,' Trump said.
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