Trump Administration’s Immigration Agenda: US president reaffirms deportation and citizenship reform

As part of the Trump Administration’s Immigration Agenda, the newly elected President of the United States, Donald Trump, has reaffirmed his campaign promises to carry out mass deportation and implement trade tariffs, on Sunday.

As gathered by the Diaspora Digital Media (DDM), Trump in his first official television interview on NBC’s “Meet the Press” with Kristen Welker, expressed his intention to reassess the United States’ commitment to NATO.

He suggested that the country may withdraw from the alliance if its allies do not meet their defense spending obligations.

Trump again indicated that the United States’ support for Ukraine will scale back, stating that he will “probably” cut aid intended to help Kyiv counter Russia’s invasion.

The US President-elect also announced his intention to review pardons for individuals involved in the 2021 US Capitol riot.

He emphasized that these individuals have been subjected to inhumane conditions and promised to act swiftly, stating, “We’re going to look at independent cases.. Yeah, but I’m going to be acting very quickly.”

On a similar note, the president announced his plans to carry out the largest domestic deportation operation in American history.

The plan according to report targets millions of undocumented immigrants in the United States.

He said, “It’s a difficult task, but I believe it’s necessary to undertake.”

Trump pledged to collaborate with Democrats on a plan to support undocumented immigrants known as Dreamers, who were brought to the US as children, through the Dream Act”

However, the president-elect suggested that even US citizens could be deported due to family ties to undocumented immigrants.

“The only way you don’t break up the family is to make them be together, so you have to send them all back,” he said.

In addition, Trump reaffirmed his intention to reconsider the US’s NATO membership, citing inadequate defense contributions from European allies.

He reiterated his long-standing criticism of NATO, arguing that member states fail to meet their financial obligations.

“I’d stay in NATO if allies pay their bills and treat us fairly,” Trump said.

“We’re not ruling out leaving NATO, but we’re still investing  in the partnership.”

Trump also emphasized his commitment to enforcing stringent tariffs on major trading partners, including Canada, Mexico, and China.

“We are subsidizing several nations globally, including Mexico and Canada.”

The US President emphasized tariffs as a powerful economic instrument, applicable beyond economic spheres.

Answering the question by NBC as to whether Americans would experience higher prices as a result of those tariffs, Trump said that “I can’t guarantee anything.”

Know about the Trump Administration’s Immigration Agenda

The Trump administration’s immigration agenda was a central aspect of his presidential campaign and subsequent policies.

At its core, the agenda aimed to limit immigration, enforce stricter border control, and prioritize the deportation of undocumented immigrants.

Key Components of  Trump Administration’s Immigration Agenda

Travel Ban: Restrictions on travel to the US from certain countries, primarily targeting Muslim-majority nations.

DACA and TPS: Attempts to rescind the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program and Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for certain immigrant groups.

Border Wall: A physical barrier along the US-Mexico border to prevent unauthorized crossings.

Mass Deportations: A plan to deport millions of undocumented immigrants, focusing on those with criminal records.

Sanctuary Cities: Efforts to withhold federal funding from cities that refuse to cooperate with federal immigration authorities.

Criticisms on Trump Administration’s Immigration Agenda

Human Rights Concerns: Critics argue that the agenda’s focus on deportation and detention violates human rights.

They stated that the agenda disproportionately affects vulnerable populations.

Racial Profiling: The agenda’s emphasis on border control and interior enforcement has raised concerns about racial profiling and discrimination against Latinx and Muslim communities.

Economic Impact: Some argue that the agenda’s restrictions on immigration will harm the US economy.

It is so, because, many industries rely heavily on immigrant labor.

Impacts

Polarized Debate: The Trump administration’s immigration agenda has contributed to a polarized debate on immigration.

Some argued that it has emboldened extremist views and others seeing it as a necessary step to secure the border.

Shift in Immigration Policy: The agenda has marked a significant shift in US immigration policy.

It has a greater emphasis on enforcement and border control.

The agenda has been a contentious and complex issue with significant implications for US immigration policy, human rights, and the economy.

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