In a move less than a week after President Donald Trump’s suggestion, tens of thousands of migrants are being detained at the Guantánamo Bay Naval Base. Troops have arrived from North Carolina, and initial detainees were on their way Tuesday.
The development comes as tensions rise over Trump’s proposed crackdown on migrants. The US has faced criticism for its treatment of asylum seekers and migrants.
According to recent reports, 4.1 million people are currently living in the US without proper documentation. Many are seeking asylum or citizenship. However, President Trump’s proposal to detain tens of thousands of migrants at Guantánamo Bay is likely to face opposition from lawmakers and human rights groups.
The situation at Guantánamo Bay is being closely watched as a possible model for future immigration policies.
Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/2025/02/04/guantanamo-bay-immigrants-deportation-flights