Trump Pushes Forward with Unprecedented Deportation Drive Amid National Protests

 

US President Donald Trump has announced an intensified nationwide crackdown on undocumented migrants, ordering what he calls the "single largest mass deportation programme in history," even as protests continue to erupt in major cities across the country.

 

Posting on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump urged federal agencies to "do all in their power" to expand deportations, explicitly naming Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York as initial focal points. These cities have been at the heart of mass demonstrations opposing immigration raids since June 6. The protests have drawn thousands, with critics accusing the administration of violating civil liberties and targeting vulnerable communities.

 

Trump’s latest directive comes amid escalating criticism over his aggressive handling of the demonstrations, especially his controversial use of military personnel to suppress dissent. Still, the president remains steadfast. "I have directed the entire administration to put every resource possible behind this effort," he declared. “We will prevent anyone who undermines the domestic tranquility of the United States from entering this country.”

 

The directive was aimed squarely at multiple federal departments, including the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). "You have my unwavering support. Now go, get the job done!" Trump told them in his post.

 

The timing of the order appeared deliberate. Just a day earlier, a coordinated wave of demonstrations led by the “No Kings” movement swept across cities from coast to coast, denouncing what they view as authoritarian overreach and xenophobic policies. The protests coincided with a military parade in Washington, D.C., celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army and also marked Trump’s 79th birthday. Tragically, one demonstrator was killed in a shooting at a No Kings march in Salt Lake City, Utah, adding a somber tone to an already charged atmosphere.

 

Sanctuary cities, which limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities, have become a major flashpoint in this widening conflict between state and federal governments. Trump ordered immigration authorities to prioritize these areas, signaling a direct challenge to local officials who argue that they are acting within their constitutional rights to protect residents, regardless of immigration status.

 

“The command to expand deportations signals a follow-through on Trump's campaign promise to provide the ‘largest deportation programme of criminals in the history of America,’” noted one administration insider. Indeed, in the run-up to the 2024 election, Trump’s hardline immigration stance appeared to resonate with many voters, as early polls showed broad support for the initiative.

 

However, the sharp increase in immigration enforcement has also sparked a surge in public opposition. Protests have grown in size and frequency, and civil liberties groups are raising alarms about the legal and human rights implications of mass deportations.

 

Interestingly, Trump’s sweeping new order came just 24 hours after the administration instructed immigration officials to temporarily halt raids on farms, restaurants, hotels, and meatpacking plants — key sectors known for employing undocumented labor, according to Reuters. The pause was seen by some analysts as a move to avoid backlash from agricultural and business interests, though the broader deportation strategy appears to be ramping up.

 

As tensions rise and demonstrations spread, the nation finds itself deeply divided over the future of immigration policy, with Trump doubling down on enforcement and opponents vowing to resist.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from BBC  2025-06-17

 

 

Mid terms,impeachment,goodbye Trump.

How much lower can the USA fall?

 

Worse every single day and that's only after 5 months.

19 minutes ago, Paul Henry said:

Mid terms,impeachment,goodbye Trump.

Dream on.......

18 minutes ago, Paul Henry said:

Mid terms,impeachment,goodbye Trump.

One can only hope! A first for trump. First President removed from Office of the Presidency!

10 hours ago, Social Media said:

“We will prevent anyone who undermines the domestic tranquility of the United States from entering this country.”

Stop Trump from ever returning to the US then.

I think the Democrat-Marxist supporters here would feel very different about what Trump is doing if Thailand had experienced an equivalent Open Borders policy by the previous Thai Prime Minister for 4 years, and Thailand was now full of 11-20 million illegals, many of whom are terorists, rapists, murders, child molesters, etc., and going out was dangerous. 

And all because nobody showed up for his birthday party.

 

 

There would be a lot less pushback if he would ditch the theater and do it in a more professional manner ie no combat troops no unmarked vans grabbing and disappearing people and obeying the constitution ie habis corpus 

2 hours ago, Tug said:

There would be a lot less pushback if he would ditch the theater and do it in a more professional manner ie no combat troops no unmarked vans grabbing and disappearing people and obeying the constitution ie habis corpus 

 

Sure.  Send in the social workers to face the rock and brick throwers. 

 

Not a good plan.

18 hours ago, renaissanc said:

I think the Democrat-Marxist supporters here would feel very different about what Trump is doing if Thailand had experienced an equivalent Open Borders policy by the previous Thai Prime Minister for 4 years, and Thailand was now full of 11-20 million illegals, many of whom are terorists, rapists, murders, child molesters, etc., and going out was dangerous. 

There are many undocumented people living in the U.S.; however, their rate of criminal behavior is no worse (most often less) than the American citizens.  These people subsidize the U.S. economy by doing labor cheaper and jobs than U.S. citizens don't want to do.  I would 100% rather live next to immigrants than Trump cultists.

Mikeymike 100. My dream will come true.Better than your wet dream!