Controversial Claims and Responses
Republican vice-presidential nominee shared a video alleging immigrants in were cooking cats, sparking widespread controversy and memes online. This follows similar unproven claims about .
Dayton Mayor and Police Chief strongly refuted the claims, labeling them as baseless and irresponsible, emphasizing no evidence supports the allegations against the immigrant community.
Social Media and Public Reaction
The video, initially posted by , gained traction on social media, with Vance and among those sharing it. However, many users pointed out the carcasses resembled chickens, not cats.
Critics and local residents criticized Vance's claims, with some mocking his inability to identify animal carcasses and others expressing disbelief over the allegations against the immigrant community.