Donald Trump has pledged to launch the largest deportation effort in U.S. history on his first day in office, aiming to remove millions of immigrants from the country. The plan, which would be carried out by thousands of law enforcement personnel, is expected to take years and be costly.
At a rally in Washington on Sunday, Trump repeated his campaign promise, vowing to “swiftly fulfill” his pledge to impose severe limits on immigration. He claimed that his administration would act with “historic speed of strength” to fix the country’s crises, but critics have expressed concern over the potential impact on law-abiding immigrants.
Border security is set to be a key feature of Trump’s first executive orders, including classifying drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations and reinstating the “Remain in Mexico” policy for non-Mexican asylum seekers. The move has unsettled many immigrants, who are facing removal from the country despite being law-abiding residents with U.S.-citizen spouses and children.
Trump also promised to pardon many individuals involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack, a move that has sparked controversy. His inauguration address on Monday will feature more than 200 executive actions, including those aimed at reducing crime and strengthening national security.
The move has been met with skepticism by some, who see it as an attempt to further polarize the country’s immigration debate. Nevertheless, Trump appears determined to push ahead with his plans, which are likely to have significant implications for U.S. immigration policy in the coming months.
Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-holds-victory-rally-washington-ahead-inauguration-2025-01-19