JD Vance defends amplifying false claims about immigrants, saying “you’re never going to get this stuff perfect”

Sen. JD Vance, the Republican nominee for vice president, has defended spreading debunked claims about Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, without correcting the record. He and former President Trump have amplified baseless rumors, leading to bomb threats against schools and hospitals in the area. Vance condemned the threats of violence but blamed them on the Biden-Harris administration’s immigration policies. Despite officials stating there is no evidence of immigrants eating pets, Vance continues to spread these claims. He argues that he is representing his constituents’ concerns but has been criticized for promoting false information.