President-elect Donald Trump is preparing to take strict action against undocumented migrants living in the United States, a promise he made multiple times during his election campaign.
Reports suggest that Trump plans to declare a national emergency to tackle border security issues and use military resources for mass deportation of undocumented migrants. Immigration was one of the key issues during the election, with Trump pledging to deport millions and secure the border with Mexico.
On his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump reposted a statement by a conservative activist claiming he is ready to declare a national emergency to address the ‘Biden invasion’. The post read, “prepared to declare a national emergency and will use military assets to reverse the Biden invasion through a mass deportation program.”
Trump confirmed the statement by adding “True!” to the post.
Immigration Hardliners in Cabinet
Trump has started announcing his cabinet, which includes immigration hardliners. He has named former acting ICE chief Tom Homan as the “border czar.” Homan, speaking earlier at the Republican National Convention, warned undocumented migrants to “start packing.”
According to authorities, around 11 million people are living in the US without legal documentation. Trump’s deportation plan is expected to directly impact over 20 million families.
Controversial Rhetoric
During his campaign, Trump repeatedly used harsh language against undocumented migrants, describing them as part of an “invasion” and claiming they bring crime to the US. He also expressed plans to invoke the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to speed up deportations. Critics argue the law is outdated and was last used during World War II to detain Japanese-Americans without trial.
Trump’s immigration plans mark a sharp shift from Biden’s policies, setting the stage for heated debates over their implementation.
(Inputs from Agencies)
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