Trump Slams Democrats After Charlotte Metro Attack, Demands Tougher Crime Policies
President Donald Trump has delivered a sharp rebuke of Democratic leaders after a shocking stabbing attack on a young Ukrainian refugee in Charlotte, North Carolina. The victim, who fled the war in Ukraine seeking safety in the United States, was assaulted while riding the metro.
Trump said the attacker was a career criminal with a long record of arrests, including 14 prior cases. Despite this, the suspect had recently been released under North Carolina’s cashless bail system. Calling the situation “outrageous,” Trump asked: “What was he doing walking the streets? Criminals like this need to be locked up.”
In his remarks, Trump accused Democrats of prioritizing leniency over public safety, claiming their policies directly enabled the tragedy. He placed particular blame on former North Carolina governor Roy Cooper, referring to him as a “disgraced governor and wannabe senator.”
The President also attacked mainstream media outlets, alleging they have ignored or downplayed the story. “Where is the outrage from the media?” he demanded, arguing that public attention is being diverted from violent crimes impacting communities.
Positioning Republicans as the party of law and order, Trump urged voters to back GOP candidates who, he said, would prevent repeat offenders from harming innocent citizens. He explicitly endorsed Michael Whatley for the U.S. Senate, declaring: “He won’t let this happen again.”
The Charlotte attack has reignited national debate over bail reform and public safety, intensifying political divides as the 2025 election cycle gains momentum.
