Former US President Donald Trump has once again sparked controversy with an unusual claim—this time involving Switzerland and its supposed border wall. Speaking at a rally, Trump asserted that Switzerland has a 'wall' to keep out immigrants, suggesting it as a model for the US-Mexico border.
"They have a wall in Switzerland, and it works fantastically," Trump declared, without providing further details. However, fact-checkers were quick to point out that Switzerland does not, in fact, have a physical wall along its borders.
Fact vs. Fiction
Switzerland, a landlocked country in Europe, shares open borders with several nations under the Schengen Agreement, which allows free movement across much of the continent. While the country has strict immigration policies, there is no large-scale physical barrier akin to Trump’s proposed US-Mexico border wall.
Political analysts suggest that Trump’s comments may be an attempt to reinforce his long-standing argument for stricter immigration controls in the US. His claims have often been met with skepticism, and this latest remark is no exception.
Global Reactions
The statement drew mixed reactions, with some supporters applauding Trump’s tough stance on immigration, while critics dismissed it as another example of misinformation. Swiss officials have yet to comment on the remarks.
Trump’s comparison comes amid ongoing debates in the US over border security and immigration reform. Whether his latest claim gains traction remains to be seen, but it has certainly reignited discussions on the topic.
