'Ethnic enclaves': JD Vance sparks backlash over comments linking immigrants to crime
Friday, 16 August 2024 JD Vance, the Republican vice-presidential candidate, made controversial remarks about 'ethnic enclaves' and crime during a campaign event. Vance implied that these communities elevate crime rates due to inadequate assimilation. Critics condemned his comments as racist, pointing to research that contradicts his claims. Vance cited his wife's successful assimilation as a positive example.
In early July, former President Donald Trump announced that Senator J.D. Vance of Ohio would be his running mate for the 2024 election. Since Vance's official nomination for Vice President,..