Donald Trump suggests police being 'extraordinarily rough' would end retail theft
SUMMARY
At a rally in Pennsylvania, former President Donald Trump asserted that allowing police to be "extraordinarily rough" for just one hour could effectively deter retail theft. He emphasized the need to empower law enforcement, stating; “See, we have to let the police do their job. And if they have to be extraordinarily rough —” as the crowd cheered in response. Trump slammed the Biden administration, alleging that crime has surged due to migrant crime and pointed to stores in New York City and San Francisco locking up merchandise behind glass doors as evidence of the worsening situation. Trump contested; “People are walking out of stores with items like air conditioning units and refrigerators ‘on their back,’” and argued that police are restricted from acting for fear of losing their jobs and pensions.
