US President Donald Trump has ordered an aggressive escalation of deportation efforts nationwide, directing federal agencies to carry out what he called the “single largest mass deportation programme in history.” The move, announced via Truth Social, named Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York as immediate focal points cities that have also been epicenters of recent protests against his immigration policies.
The directive, which follows Trump’s previous campaign promises, urges agencies such as Immigration and Customs Enforcement ICE and the Drug Enforcement Administration DEA to deploy all available resources. “You have my unwavering support. Now go, get the job done!” Trump wrote in a post that accompanied the order. He also pledged to block anyone who undermines “the domestic tranquility of the United States” from entering the country.
Trump’s message came just one day after fresh demonstrations erupted across the country, led by the growing “No Kings” movement. The protests, stretching from Los Angeles to New York, coincided with a military parade in Washington, DC, marking the 250th anniversary of the US Army and Trump’s 79th birthday.
One person was killed in a shooting during a protest in Salt Lake City, highlighting the growing tension on American streets.
Criticism has mounted over Trump’s use of military personnel in response to protests, as well as the focus on sanctuary cities, which have clashed with federal immigration authorities over migrant protections. State officials in these jurisdictions have defended their legal rights to shield undocumented migrants from federal enforcement.
Although Trump previously paused immigration raids on farms, restaurants, and factories, the latest order suggests a sharpened focus on urban centers and a renewed campaign against what he calls “criminal illegals.” Despite legal and political opposition, polling before the 2024 election indicated significant public backing for tougher immigration measures support that Trump continues to lean on as demonstrations swell nationwide.
Erizia Rubyjeana
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