Somebody's Gotta Win with Tara Palmeri Trump’s Ex-Border Chief Ken Cuccinelli on Deporting 20 Million People
Jan 14, 2025
Ken Cuccinelli, the ex-deputy secretary of Homeland Security under Trump, dives into the complex realities of mass deportation plans. He discusses the immense logistical challenges of removing 10 to 20 million undocumented immigrants and the staggering potential costs, estimating $88 billion annually. Cuccinelli also tackles the legal implications of using military forces for deportations and the potential partnerships with third countries to manage migration flows, revealing the political and economic intricacies behind these ambitious proposals.
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Previous CNN Appearance
- Tara Palmeri and Ken Cuccinelli last spoke on CNN about flooding in North Carolina.
- Cuccinelli discussed DHS's role in disaster relief.
Day One Deportations
- Trump's day one deportation promise involves signing orders to begin the process.
- Large-scale deportations won't happen immediately.
Border Security Changes
- Existing border patrol agents will transition from processing migrants to enforcing the border.
- Cuccinelli anticipates military deployment to the border for interdiction.