JD Vance backs London anti-immigration rally attendees

U.S. Vice President JD Vance has publicly expressed support for attendees of a large rally in London that protested mass immigration, encouraging them to "just keep on going." His remarks, made during a White House press briefing, come after the "Unite the Kingdom" march organized by activist Tommy Robinson drew tens of thousands of participants to Parliament Square this past weekend.

Vance framed his comments around economic and cultural sovereignty, arguing against what he described as a prevailing Western idea that prosperity is generated by bringing in "millions and millions of unvetted people." He stated it is reasonable for people to want to control who enters their country and to defend their culture. Vance also rejected the notion that such views are inherently racist, asserting that lower-income communities, including Black and Hispanic Americans, are often most affected by low-wage immigration.

The rally itself was met with significant official criticism. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, while affirming support for peaceful protest, accused the event's organizers of "peddling hatred and division." His government confirmed it had blocked entry visas for several...