Donald Trump sparked outrage after jokingly questioning construction workers about their immigration status during a White House flagpole unveiling. While celebrating the installation of two 88-foot flagpoles, the president abruptly turned to the workers and asked, “Any illegal immigrants?” before laughing and warning their lives could be “destroyed” by media scrutiny. The workers awkwardly shook their heads as Trump continued his remarks, drawing swift backlash online.
Critics slammed Trump’s comments as “disgusting” and “embarrassing,” accusing him of mocking and threatening laborers. The incident occurred just after he boasted about mass deportations, calling undocumented immigrants “murderers” and “drug dealers.” Social media users condemned his behavior, with one calling him “the laughing stock of the world.” This follows other recent controversial moments, including an odd rant about Iran in front of confused soccer players.
