Staff ReportsThe promised return to law and order is on the horizon, as President-elect Donald Trump gears up for an aggressive approach to illegal immigration. Early Monday, Trump confirmed via his trusty Truth Social platform that his administration plans to declare a national emergency, activating military resources for a mass deportation effort. This announcement was spurred by a post from Tom Fitton, a well-known voice in the realm of conservative journalism and the president of Judicial Watch.
Amid the chaos of the Biden administration’s porous borders, Trump’s de facto mantra of “let’s get serious about illegal immigration” remains as popular as ever among his base. Fitton highlighted the crisis with his post, indicating the incoming administration’s readiness to combat what he called the Biden invasion. Trump’s enthusiastic agreement punctuated by a simple “TRUE!!” seemed to signal that the ship of state is preparing to change course dramatically.
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Donald Trump confirms he will declare a national emergency and use the U.S. military to carry out mass deportations pic.twitter.com/qCesnLHPOw
— House Judiciary Dems (@HouseJudiciary) November 18, 2024
The Trump administration lays all its cards on the table, asserting a military-backed strategy that promises to exceed the capabilities of predecessors. During his campaign, the “Deportation Express” was a rallying cry for many supporters, who are now revved up at the prospect of a systematic ejection of the estimated 1.3 million illegal immigrants who have blatantly ignored federal directives to leave. With promises to outpace prior administrations, it seems Trump is ready to rekindle a more straightforward approach to immigration policy that prioritizes American citizens’ safety and legal order.
Stepping into the role of “border czar,” Tom Homan is ready to spearhead this effort, showcasing the administration’s focus on public safety above all. He has been vocal about the need to prioritize the deportation of individuals who were previously issued orders to leave. These individuals represent a category of illegal immigrants who not only received due process but also decided to play hide-and-seek with federal authorities. Homan’s no-nonsense perspective emphasizes that breaking the law should have consequences, and a clear path is being paved for enforcing these directives.
Objections to such measures exist, of course, often from those who argue for the rights of individuals who may have overstayed their welcome. However, Homan maintains that the legal process is already in place for those seeking asylum or facing deportation, and ignoring the court’s decision is simply a no-go. As he points out, an immigration order issued by a federal judge isn’t merely optional. For those who think it’s acceptable to disregard these legal proceedings, the harsh reality is that the law must be enforced, or it risks becoming nothing more than a suggestion. The incoming administration appears unwavering in its commitment to restoring the rule of law, much to the delight of conservative America.
