Trump Repeats False Claim About Haitian Immigrants Eating Pets in Springfield, Ohio During Debate

Sep 11, 2024, 01:40 AM

During the ABC Presidential Debate, Donald Trump repeated a false claim that Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, are eating pets, including dogs and cats. This claim, which has been circulating on right-wing media, was immediately fact-checked by ABC moderator David Muir. Local authorities, including the Springfield city manager, have stated that there is no evidence to support these allegations. Despite the lack of credible reports, Trump persisted in asserting the claim, referencing unspecified videos and media reports. The baseless accusation has been widely debunked by officials and media outlets.