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Michelly Teixeira

Trump Says He Will Deport Gang Members Back To Venezuela And Impose Heavy Sanctions If Maduro Doesn't Take Them

President-elect Trump outlines plans for border wall revival and a tougher deportation policies while addressing key political and global issues. (Credit: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

President-elect Donald Trump delivered a wide-ranging press conference on Monday, unveiling plans for his upcoming administration. Among the key issues he highlighted were immigration enforcement and Venezuela's role in handling deportations, especially those who are part of the Tren de Aragua gang.

Trump specifically reference the group, whose activities have expanded beyond Venezuela and now encompass several Latin American countries and the U.S., saying his administration would deport its members. "They will take them back," Trump said, adding that Venezuela would face "tough economic consequences" if it refused to accept those deported. "Venezuela and other countries didn't behave very well during my first term. In 24 hours, they will behave very well."

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