Donald Trump Brands Brussels a ‘Hellhole,’ Alienating More of Europe
- Presidential candidate says city needs more assimilation
- Residents counter with scenic pictures of Brussels on Twitter
Brussel's Grand Place.
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First he upset the French, then he angered the British, now Donald Trump is facing ridicule from the heart of the European Union after referring to Brussels as a “hellhole.”
The remark made during an interview with Fox News triggered a wave of ironic Twitter postings on Wednesday, with many Brussels residents using the #hellhole hashtag alongside beautiful views of the Belgian capital’s ancient streets and parks, or of its renowned cuisine and artisan beer.