Former President Donald Trump and his newly appointed border czar, Tom Homan, are preparing an aggressive immigration enforcement strategy ahead of their return to the White House in January.
According to Daily Mail, the administration plans to immediately terminate several immigration programs on inauguration day, including the CBP One mobile app that currently processes 1,450 asylum claims daily along the U.S.-Mexico border.
The comprehensive deportation strategy targets multiple categories of migrants, with a particular focus on asylum seekers whom Homan believes are exploiting the legal system. Statistics show that between 60 to 70 percent of all asylum cases are ultimately rejected by courts. The administration intends to reinstate the controversial "Remain in Mexico" policy, requiring asylum seekers to wait outside U.S. borders until their court dates.
Miami immigration attorney Rolando Vazquez, a regular at Mar-a-Lago, revealed that the administration will move swiftly to dismantle current immigration protocols. The CHNV parole program, which provides pathways for Cuban, Haitian, Nicaraguan, and Venezuelan migrants, will be terminated. Additionally, asylum claims made by migrants who enter illegally at the border will cease to be processed.
San Antonio Republican Kyle Sinclair shared insights from his conversations with Homan, emphasizing the focus on removing what they term "fake asylum seekers." The administration already has access to addresses and information for many of these individuals through existing government records and regular check-ins with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
The new border czar is also exploring ways to end birthright citizenship, though the constitutional implications of such a move remain unclear. The administration is reportedly developing a different approach to address this issue, which has long been a point of contention among Republicans who oppose automatic citizenship for children born to non-citizen parents.
One significant aspect of the deportation plan involves targeting transnational criminal organizations, particularly the Venezuelan super gang Tren de Aragua (TdA). Law enforcement has linked the group to various violent crimes across the nation, including attacks on police officers, murders, and human trafficking.
Vazquez, who was among the first to warn about TdA's presence in the United States, indicated that Homeland Security Investigation agents are eager to resume more aggressive enforcement operations. The gang has reportedly established control over apartment complexes in cities like Aurora, Colorado, and San Antonio, Texas.
The administration's strategy also includes targeting members of the Chinese Communist Party and other migrant gangs such as MS-13. However, details about the enforcement capabilities required for such large-scale operations remain limited.
The ambitious deportation plan faces several logistical and diplomatic hurdles. Countries like Venezuela and China, whose citizens comprise a significant portion of recent border crossers, lack diplomatic relations with the United States, complicating deportation efforts.
The administration acknowledges these challenges but believes Trump's approach to international relations could help secure cooperation from these nations. Mexico's role remains crucial, though the country has historically resisted similar enforcement measures.
Legal challenges are expected to arise as each immigration program faces scrutiny in the courts. The administration's ability to implement these changes will largely depend on judicial outcomes and available resources.
The incoming administration's deportation strategy represents a dramatic shift from current border policies. The immediate termination of existing programs, combined with aggressive enforcement measures, signals a return to Trump's hardline immigration stance. While the administration expresses confidence in its ability to implement these changes, questions remain about the logistics of mass deportations and potential diplomatic consequences.
