President-elect Donald Trump is doubling down on his mass deportation plans, which he promises will be the largest operation in American history, ahead of his inauguration on Jan. 20. Throughout his political career, particularly during the 2024 presidential campaign cycle, he has promised to start deporting criminals who have crossed the border illegally. But as he continues spewing hateful rhetoric towards migrants, who is actually being deterred from crossing the border? Experts say it is likely not just criminals.
Back in November, right after declaring electoral victory, Trump took to social media to confirm he would start mass deportations as soon as he entered office. In his platform, Truth Social, he even confirmed that the incoming administration is preparing to use "military assets" to deport these migrants, replying "TRUE!!!" to a post from Judicial Watch's Tom Fitton on the matter.
