Americast Is Trump deporting record numbers of migrants?
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Jul 4, 2025 PJ Lechleitner, the former acting director of ICE, offers valuable insights into Trump's tough immigration stance and the heated battle with sanctuary cities like Los Angeles. He discusses the implications of federal policies on local jurisdictions and describes the tension between supporting undocumented migrants and enforcing immigration laws. The conversation also touches on controversial tactics in immigration raids and the potential for record deportations. Lechleitner highlights the complexities that intertwine community responses, political implications, and enforcement challenges.
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Sanctuary Cities Limit ICE Cooperation
- Sanctuary cities limit local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement to protect undocumented migrants.
- This creates tension between federal law enforcement goals and local policies aimed at community trust and safety.
Support for Deportations Declining
- Public support for Trump's mass deportations is declining due to the harsh realities observed.
- Deporting millions is practically challenging and politically sensitive, affecting even some Trump supporters.
Joe Rogan Critiques ICE Raids
- Joe Rogan expressed surprise and concern over immigration raids targeting ordinary workers at locations like Home Depot.
- These actions conflicted with initial promises to focus on criminals and gang members first.