Washington, July 21 -- US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) raged on Truth Social after an illegal immigrant shot an off-duty US Customs and Border Protection officer.

Trump alleged that the shooter was apprehended earlier in April 2023 but was released instead of being deported.

"Last night, in New York City, an incredible CBP Officer was shot in the face by an Illegal Alien Monster freed into the Country under Joe Biden. He was apprehended at the Border in April 2023 but, instead of being deported, was RELEASED. The CBP Officer bravely fought off his attacker, despite his wounds, demonstrating enormous Skill and Courage. The Democrats have flooded our Nation with Criminal Invaders, and now, they must all be thrown out or, ...