Trump cites France attack in push for US-Mexico wall

US President Donald Trump is citing a shooting attack in France as he calls on Democratic congressional leaders to support funding for a wall at the US-Mexico border.

In a tweet, Trump says: “Another very bad terror attack in France. We are going to strengthen our borders even more. Chuck and Nancy must give us the votes to get additional Border Security!” That’s a reference to Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer and House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, who met with Trump yesterday.

A suspected extremist sprayed gunfire at a Christmas market in the city of Strasbourg yesterday, killing three and wounding at least 13.

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo tells “Fox & Friends” it appears no Americans were killed or injured in the attack. He also stressed the need for border security.

— AP