No Priors AI Trump Deploys 250 Border Agents for “Swamp Sweep”
Nov 19, 2025
The podcast dives into the controversial deployment of 250 Border Patrol agents to New Orleans for a massive immigration operation. It explores the ambitious target of 5,000 arrests, the logistical aspects, and the significant decision to utilize Border Patrol instead of ICE. Political tensions between Louisiana's pro-enforcement governor and the Democratic mayor of New Orleans are examined, alongside potential legal challenges regarding the operation's enforcement zone. The discussion frames this initiative as a major political message with possible risks of protests and legal issues.
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Mass Interior Enforcement As A Message
- The operation
Large Arrest Targets And Wide Area
- Agents will fan out through neighborhoods and parishes aiming for roughly 5,000 arrests.
Military-Style Staging And Logistics
- Officials plan significant logistical staging using FBI office space and a naval base for equipment.