President Donald Trump has taken significant steps in addressing illegal immigration, with a reported 14,470 migrants deported via Mexico, as confirmed by the country's president on Monday.
"Since January 20, 14,470 people have returned; 11,379 Mexicans and 3,091 [non-Mexican] foreigners," President Claudia Sheinbaum stated, according to local media reports. The non-Mexican migrants are believed to primarily hail from Central American nations such as Honduras and Guatemala.
As reported by Breitbart, the U.S. Border Patrol agency is actively returning nearly 500 migrants daily across the border. Additionally, Trump's administration is facilitating the transportation of migrants to centers in Venezuela, Costa Rica, and Panama, enabling them to find their way back to their home countries. This includes individuals from countries like China and India, where repatriation is often hindered by the home government. Direct flights have also been arranged to India and Venezuela, underscoring the administration's commitment to curbing illegal immigration.
The increase in deportations coincides with a notable decline in new migrant arrivals at the border, a result of Trump's strategic agreements with several Latin American countries to deter the northward migration from South America. In a move that aligns with these efforts, some foreign leaders are urging their citizens to return home. Colombian President Gustavo, in a statement on January 31, implored undocumented Colombians in the U.S. to "immediately leave their jobs in that country and return to Colombia as soon as possible," emphasizing that "wealth is produced only by working people." Similarly, Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness encouraged his compatriots to return, stating, "What we are trying to build here is a place where every Jamaican can feel proud and comfortable to come back home."
Despite these successes, the focus is shifting towards the ongoing influx of white-collar migrants entering the United States through international airports, impacting American jobs, educational institutions, and housing. Trump's administration faces a formidable challenge at the southern border, particularly in light of President Joe Biden's policies, which have resulted in the importation of approximately nine million blue-collar migrants, adding to the existing population of over 10 million illegal migrants in the country.
The task of removing Biden's migrants is daunting and will likely span several years, even if many opt to return voluntarily. The vast number of illegal migrants, including at least two million with criminal records or judicial orders for deportation, can exploit legal avenues to delay their departure. They receive support from business groups and pro-migration media outlets, including numerous immigrant reporters.
GOP leaders are preparing to introduce legislation in Congress that would allocate over $100 billion for border security and deportation initiatives. This funding could potentially enable the hiring of additional officers, thereby accelerating the deportation process.
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