What will Trump's mass deportations look like?

^{Published on 2024-12-02 12:01:06 - Brian Stokes, N@N}

During his presidential campaign, Donald Trump promised mass deportations of undocumented migrants. Now he's planning to make good on that promise. Trump confirmed after the election that he plans to "declare a national emergency and use the U.

The article from The Week discusses former President Donald Trump's plans for a massive deportation operation if he were to return to office. Trump has proposed using military forces to conduct widespread deportations of undocumented immigrants, a policy that would mark a significant escalation in immigration enforcement. He has suggested invoking the Alien Enemies Act to justify these actions, which would allow for the removal of immigrants from countries deemed hostile, even without Congressional approval. This approach has raised concerns about the militarization of immigration enforcement, potential human rights abuses, and the legal and ethical implications of using military personnel for such operations. Critics argue that this plan could lead to widespread fear and chaos among immigrant communities, disrupt local economies, and potentially violate international law.

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[ https://theweek.com/politics/trump-mass-deportations-immigration-undocumented-military-border ]