The Republican Party in the United States approved a new electoral plan on Monday that proposes the largest deportation of migrants in the country's history, should their candidate, Donald Trump, win the upcoming presidential election on November 5. Earlier in May, the former president had already hinted at this massive deportation operation if he were to be elected.
In an interview with Time magazine, the businessman emphasized the need to address what he considers an "unsustainable immigration crisis for the country," utilizing the police, the military, and not ruling out the creation of detention camps for immigrants. "We have no other choice," Trump declared, frequently criticizing the massive influx of immigrants and their admission at the borders.
"Probably 15 million, maybe even 20 million by the time Biden leaves office. Twenty million people, many from jails, prisons, and mental institutions," he pointed out. He even suggested that countries like Venezuela are becoming much safer, implying that "criminals" have emigrated. On that occasion, Trump stated that the United States now has a new category of crime: "immigrant crime."
The former president highlighted the importance of using local police in this operation and assured that they would start by deporting criminals who have entered the country. He mentioned the possibility of using the National Guard and even the military if necessary.
Regarding the cooperation of state and local police departments, the former president suggested offering federal government funding incentives to those willing to participate in the operation, although he acknowledged that not all states would likely support it. He noted that the operation would be modeled after the mass deportation conducted by Dwight Eisenhower in the 1950s.
During his 2016 campaign, when he was elected President of the United States, Donald Trump also promoted an anti-immigrant agenda. In November of last year, he once again placed immigration at the center of his political discourse, announcing a radical approach to his immigration policy if elected president again in 2024.
Understanding the Republican Immigration Plan
Below are some frequently asked questions regarding the Republican Party's immigration plan and its potential implications.
What is the scale of the proposed deportation operation?
The proposed plan aims to deport up to 20 million migrants, making it the largest deportation operation in U.S. history.
What resources will be used for this operation?
The operation will involve local police, the National Guard, and potentially the military. Detention camps may also be established for immigrants.
How will the federal government incentivize local police cooperation?
The federal government plans to offer funding incentives to state and local police departments that choose to participate in the operation.
Is there historical precedent for such a large-scale deportation?
Yes, the operation is modeled after a mass deportation conducted by President Dwight Eisenhower in the 1950s.