Trump Meets Family of Murdered Maryland Mom at Border

Former President Donald Trump met with the family of Rachel Morin, a Maryland mother of five who was tragically murdered in August 2023. The alleged perpetrator, Victor Antonio Martinez-Hernandez, a 23-year-old illegal immigrant from El Salvador, has been arrested in connection with the crime. During the meeting, Morin's mother, Patty, expressed her grief and frustration, highlighting the dangers posed by criminals and the impact of open borders on communities far from the southern border. Patty Morin recounted the safe environment of the Ma & Pa Trail in Bel-Air, Maryland, where her daughter was killed. She emphasized the normalcy of the area, where families often walk with children. At the time of Rachel's death, Patty was in Kentucky mourning the loss of her grandchild when she received the devastating news from a Maryland detective. She lamented the loss of her daughter and pointed to a pattern of violence linked to illegal immigrants in their county. Sheriff Jeffery Gahler confirmed the arrest of Martinez-Hernandez, noting that DNA evidence connected him to a previous home invasion in Los Angeles, where he allegedly attacked a mother and her 9-year-old daughter. Gahler underscored the alarming implications of such crimes occurring far from the border, raising concerns about safety and security in communities across the nation. The Morin family’s tragedy has sparked discussions about immigration policies and public safety.