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JD Vance Defends Trump's Claims on Venezuelan Gangs in Aurora

Vance argues with ABC's Martha Raddatz over Trump's assertions, despite local officials refuting the claims as exaggerated.

  • JD Vance, the Republican vice presidential nominee, supported Donald Trump's claims that Venezuelan gangs have taken over parts of Aurora, Colorado.
  • ABC's Martha Raddatz challenged Vance on these claims, highlighting that the city's mayor and police chief have denied any widespread gang takeover.
  • Vance accused Raddatz of focusing too much on Trump's wording rather than the broader issue of gang activity in the U.S.
  • Trump's comments have been criticized by Aurora's mayor, who labeled them as 'grossly exaggerated' and damaging to the city's reputation.
  • The exchange also touched on Trump's false claims about FEMA disaster aid being diverted to migrants, which local officials have debunked.
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