Dem Rep Claims ‘Domestic Terrorism’ Is ‘Afoot’ In Springfield Because Of Trump, Vance Statements About Haitians

Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas claimed Wednesday that former President Donald Trump and Republican Sen. J.D. Vance of Ohio encouraged “domestic terrorism” by discussing the effects of a massive influx of Haitian migrants into Springfield, Ohio.

Trump and Vance amplified unconfirmed reports of pets being stolen and eaten by Haitian immigrants in the town via social media and during the Sept. 10 debate. Crockett asked during the House Judiciary Committee’s Select Subcommittee hearing on the Weaponization of the Federal Government if the FBI will investigate in the town, alleging that there is “domestic terrorism afoot.”

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“I’m curious to know if any of you are aware as to whether or not the FBI is involved at all in determining what’s going on in Springfield, Ohio, because as far as I’m concerned, there is domestic terrorism afoot, and it is at the word of the Republican nominee and his running mate,” Crockett said. “So do we know if anyone is checking into that on the federal level? I’m just curious. Just a yes or no. Anybody?”

One witness responded that he didn’t know if the FBI was looking into anything, prompting Crockett to respond, “OK, perfect.”

Springfield residents told the Daily Caller News Foundation