Tom Homan, Former Acting Director of ICE and newly appointed Border Czar, discusses his plans to tackle illegal immigration, including mass deportations and border security strategies. General Jack Keane, a retired 4-star general and military analyst, provides insight into the ongoing war in Ukraine, especially the use of American missiles and the geopolitical implications of Russia's nuclear threats. Their conversation highlights the urgent issues of immigration and global security amidst rising tensions with Russia.
The incoming Border Czar stresses a holistic immigration approach that must prioritize the protection of unaccompanied minors from trafficking and exploitation.
Concerns rise over the current administration's lenient deportation policies, highlighting the need for stricter enforcement of immigration laws against criminal aliens.
Deep dives
Border Policy and Child Protection
The incoming border czar emphasizes that immigration policy will extend beyond merely deporting criminal illegal aliens to include issues such as protecting exploited children and addressing fentanyl trafficking. This comprehensive approach is deemed necessary to address the myriad of challenges at the border, with a special focus on unaccompanied minors. Recent statistics show that a significant number of these minors have disappeared from the system, raising urgent concerns about their safety and potential victimization in trafficking. The urgency to find and protect these children is underscored by alarming claims regarding the exploitation of thousands of unaccompanied minors in forced labor and sex trafficking.
Deportation Policies and Enforcement
Concerns have been raised regarding the current administration's approach to deportations, especially for individuals with criminal backgrounds. The former head of ICE highlighted that under the previous administration, deportations of criminal aliens were prioritized, but the present policies appear more lenient and bureaucratic. The increase in sanctuary cities complicates enforcement as these areas do not cooperate with immigration authorities, resulting in many criminals remaining unmonitored. The speaker argues that effective immigration law enforcement is necessary to ensure both public safety and accountability.
Ukraine Conflict and Military Support
The ongoing war in Ukraine is highlighted against the backdrop of escalating U.S. military support, with long-range missiles now authorized for use. As Ukraine launches counteroffensives, the involvement of foreign allies, particularly from North Korea aiding Russia, raises the stakes for both military strategy and regional stability. Analysts convey concerns over the implications of heightened military engagement, as Russia issues nuclear threats in response to U.S. actions. This geopolitical tension underscores the urgency for a robust response from the U.S. and its allies to deter further aggression.
Future of Immigration and Legal Reform
The discussion emphasizes the critical need for legal reforms to address the complexities of contemporary immigration challenges. Proposed changes to asylum rules and necessary adjustments to existing laws, like the Trafficking and Victims Protection Act (TVPRA), are seen as pivotal steps toward improved management of immigration flows. Historical context reveals that previous reforms have successfully reduced border crossings, signaling that legislative change can lead to tangible results. The pathway forward involves collaboration between various governmental agencies and local law enforcement to enhance effective immigration policy enforcement.
President-elect Trump promised on the campaign trail that he would secure the border, reinstating policies from his first administration while implementing mass deportations for illegal immigrants in the country. His new administration will bring in a familiar face to handle this, as the former acting Director of ICE during the first Trump administration, Tom Homan, has been named the new "Border Czar." Former Acting Director of ICE Tom Homan joins the Rundown to discuss the policies the new administration will look to implement, explain how the policies will curb illegal immigration, and what his new position will entail.
The war in Ukraine has surpassed one thousand days, and the United States has only just begun allowing Ukraine to use long-range American-made missiles inside Russia. Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened nuclear consequences once again, prompting some concern from the West. Retired 4-star general, Chairman of the Institute for the Study of War, and FOX News Senior Strategic Analyst General Jack Keane joins the podcast to break down what this missile development means for the conflict and America's adversaries moving forward.
Plus, commentary from FOX News contributor Joe Concha.