The public outcry, nationwide protests, and most definitely his strict immigration policies have not caused President Donald Trump to back down.
He is, if anything, stepping up his efforts.
Trump dramatically upped his rhetoric this week, promising to implement what he refers to as “the single largest mass deportation program in history.” And in doing so, he has directly warned Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago—three of the biggest and most diverse cities in America.
Both detractors and supporters are preparing for what will happen next as tensions escalate.Protests Break Out, But Trump Continues
Major cities from coast to coast have turned into protest hotspots in recent weeks. Chanting in support of immigrant communities and condemning what they call cruel ICE raids, protesters have swarmed the streets.
However, the criticism only seems to make Donald Trump more determined.
Trump posted on Truth Social, “Radical Democrat Politicians subject the Brave Men and Women of ICE to violence, harassment, and even threats on a daily basis.” “However, nothing will prevent us from carrying out our mission.”
Trump claims that the goal is clear: to apprehend and deport undocumented immigrants on a scale that has never been attempted in the history of modern-day America.
Arrests Will Increase by More Than 350% Every Day
Stephen Miller, Trump’s longtime immigration advisor and current Deputy Chief of Staff, is working behind the scenes of this aggressive campaign. Miller affirmed that the administration intends to significantly boost the number of ICE arrests each day, from the current average of 650 to at least 3,000.
ICE would have to function at a level not seen since the post-9/11 era, which is more than a 350% increase.
According to reports, Miller told insiders, “We’re not just talking about expanding operations.” “We are discussing a structural change in immigration enforcement.”
Trump’s Clear Directive: “ICE Must Complete the Task”
Trump’s unusually direct order via Truth Social earlier this week made headlines.“ICE Officers are hereby directed, by notice of this TRUTH, to exert every effort to accomplish the crucial objective of implementing the largest mass deportation program in history.”
His administration would commit “every resource possible” to making sure the operation is successful, he continued.
In addition to ICE, the FBI, DEA, ATF, and Border Patrol are also involved, and he says he fully supports their efforts to make mass arrests and removals.The Cities at Risk: Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles
Trump stated that some cities will be the focus of his deportation campaign, even though it is a nationwide policy.
“With millions upon millions of illegal aliens living in America’s largest cities, including Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York, we must increase efforts to detain and deport Illegal Aliens,” he wrote.
All three of those cities have robust sanctuary city protections and are among the most diverse in the nation. Mayors and city councils have already started organizing community alerts and legal defenses in response.
Karen Bass, the mayor of Los Angeles, described the action as “a terrifying abuse of federal power.” Trump’s order has been characterized by New York city officials as a “declaration of war against immigrant communities.”
However, the crackdown is long overdue for Trump and his supporters.Trump is not only going after illegal immigrants. He is targeting Democratic lawmakers who disagree with his plan, accusing them of sabotaging the country for their own political ends.
He wrote, “These Radical Left Democrats are fed up, despise our nation, and genuinely wish to demolish our inner cities — And they are doing a good job of it…”
He added that immigration was linked to a wider cultural divide.
For this reason, they support transgender equality for all, open borders, and men participating in women’s sports. In our Heartland, you never hear of Sanctuary Cities!
His message was unambiguous: immigration isn’t the only issue behind this deportation campaign. According to Trump and his followers, it’s about reclaiming America’s political and cultural identity.
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