Donald Trump has faced backlash for suggesting a drastic and violent approach to tackling crime in the United States, reminiscent of the plot of the dystopian horror film "The Purge." During a campaign rally in Erie, Pennsylvania, the Republican nominee proposed that crime could be eliminated in "one really violent day," a statement that has drawn sharp criticism. In a moment that many observers deemed an extreme example of demagoguery, Trump energized his audience by painting a grim picture of rampant crime, claiming it could be swiftly resolved with a single "real rough, nasty day" or even "one rough hour." His comments have sparked comparisons to the film, which depicts a society where all crime, including murder, is legal for a limited time each year. The reaction to Trump's remarks has been largely negative, with critics highlighting the dangerous implications of such rhetoric in the context of public safety and governance.