Homan stated that the troops must ensure their own safety and that he would convey a stern warning to the cartels should any U.S. soldiers face harm: “The wrath of President Trump will be swift and severe.” “He possesses the power to eradicate them entirely,” he emphasized.
Upon assuming office, Trump declared a state of national emergency at the U.S. southern border, enabling the Department of Defense to deploy armed forces to the area. Additionally, he signed an executive order designating drug cartels and other criminal groups as foreign terrorist organizations or specifically recognized global terrorists.
Moreover, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has been conducting widespread raids across the country to apprehend undocumented migrants for deportation in line with the stringent immigration policies of the Trump administration. Notably, the primary focus of these raids is on apprehending individuals with a history of violent criminal activities.
Homan revealed that approximately 76% of the 14,000 migrants arrested thus far have criminal backgrounds. He explained that collateral detentions occur when authorities encounter additional individuals along with the targeted suspect.
Addressing concerns about deporting families to perilous nations, Homan questioned the perception of which countries are truly unsafe. Many migrants arriving in the U.S. originate from countries like Haiti and Venezuela, which have been issued the most severe “do not travel” alerts by the State Department due to rampant violence.
Emphasizing the concept of asylum, Homan highlighted that it involves escaping persecution and fear from one’s home government based on factors such as race, religion, political beliefs, or membership in a specific social group. He criticized what he referred to as numerous “fraudulent” asylum claims that have inundated the system, asserting that legitimate asylum-seekers are being sidelined.
Furthermore, Homan underscored the importance of following legal procedures for claiming asylum, such as presenting oneself at an official port of entry rather than entering the country unlawfully.
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