In a recent incident, the Republican National Congressional Committee (NRCC) has come under fire for derogatorily labeling Rep. Adriano Espaillat, a Latino Democrat, as an ‘illegal immigrant.’ This comment has prompted widespread condemnation from Democrats and immigrant rights activists, who have described the attack as ‘vile, ignorant, and racist.’ The criticism has included calls for apologies from GOP leaders, with many Democrats rallying behind Espaillat, emphasizing his journey to U.S. citizenship as part of the American dream. This incident highlights ongoing tensions regarding immigration rhetoric, particularly as Democrats accused President Trump of fostering a climate of fear within migrant communities during a recent joint address to Congress. Meanwhile, Espaillat is set to deliver a Spanish-language response to address immigration issues, further solidifying the Democratic stance on the topic.