The Journal.
Trump's Immigration Overhaul
Jan 22, 2025
Michelle Hackman, a WSJ reporter specializing in immigration during the Trump administration, dives into the sweeping changes to U.S. immigration policy after Trump took office. She details the aggressive executive orders aimed at both legal and illegal immigration. The appointment of a new 'border czar,' Tom Homan, brings focus on a stringent enforcement approach, including controversial strategies like family separation and mass deportations. Hackman also contrasts these methods with the subsequent Biden administration's policies.
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- President Trump's executive orders swiftly targeted illegal immigration, including mass deportations and a crackdown on legal pathways for immigrants.
- The administration's hardline stance on immigration included suspending birthright citizenship and redefining asylum seekers as an 'invasion'.
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Immediate Action on Immigration
The new administration quickly implemented a range of executive orders aimed at halting illegal immigration and reshaping legal immigration policies. This included measures to return undocumented immigrants deemed criminals to their countries, as well as initiating a crackdown on all immigration channels. A decisive focus on mass deportations aligned with Trump's campaign promises was also highlighted, demonstrating a commitment to strict immigration enforcement from the outset. The early actions indicated a preparedness and urgency in executing policies that some analysts described as having been 'in waiting' for years.
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