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As part of the new border security measures implemented by President Donald Trump, the U.S. Department of Defense announced on Wednesday the deployment of a fleet of military aircraft to support the mass deportation of illegal immigrants.
According to a statement from Acting Secretary of Defense Robert Salesses, the U.S. government will begin mobilizing military air transport to support deportation flights by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that will affect more than 5,000 detained immigrants in the San Diego, California, and El Paso, Texas, sectors.
The Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will be responsible for the detention, while the DHS will provide security on board the flights, the text notes.
According to the document, the government also confirmed that the State Department will handle the necessary diplomatic authorizations for deportation and will notify the recipient countries of the flights.
This measure is part of a series of executive actions aimed at strengthening control at the country's southern border, it adds.
In addition, as part of the immediate response to the declaration of a national emergency at the border, the Department of Defense has deployed approximately 1,500 additional personnel to the area, along with helicopters and intelligence analysts to enhance surveillance and detection of illegal crossings.
This reinforcement represents a 60% increase in ground forces since Trump took office, who pledged to carry out the largest deportation campaign in the country's history.
The Department of Defense will also begin collaborating with DHS in the construction of physical barriers, both temporary and permanent, to strengthen border security and curb illicit trafficking.
President Trump, who called for immediate and decisive action to secure the country's borders, has made it clear that he "expects quick results," the document adds.
With the implementation of these measures, the administration aims to consolidate its control over the southern border in response to the growing concern over illegal immigration and organized crime.
This mobilization is considered only the beginning of a series of actions that, according to the Department of Defense, will be carried out in collaboration with federal, state, and local agencies to address the full range of threats identified at the border.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Mass Deportations Ordered by Trump
¿Por qué Estados Unidos está utilizando aviones militares para deportaciones masivas?
The use of military aircraft is part of the border security measures implemented by Trump, which include support from the Department of Defense to facilitate the mass deportation of undocumented immigrants. This decision aims to strengthen control at the southern border of the country and is part of a series of executive actions to enhance national security.
How many immigrants could be deported with these measures?
It is estimated that more than 5,000 immigrants detained in the sectors of San Diego, California, and El Paso, Texas, will be affected by these mass deportations. The actions are part of a broader deportation campaign aimed at addressing what the government considers a migration crisis.
What is the role of the National Guard in these mass deportations?
The National Guard could be used to support mass deportations, although its specific role remains unclear. Some Republican governors have shown their support for the plan, while Democratic governors have expressed their opposition to the use of the National Guard in widespread raids. The use of the National Guard could face legal challenges due to the Posse Comitatus Act, which limits the involvement of military troops in civilian activities.
What additional measures is the Trump administration taking to strengthen border security?
The Trump administration has deployed an additional 1,500 personnel to the border, along with helicopters and intelligence analysts to enhance surveillance and detection of illegal crossings. Additionally, it is collaborating with the Department of Homeland Security on the construction of physical barriers to curb illicit trafficking and improve border control.
What are the humanitarian implications of these mass deportations?
Mass deportations ordered by Trump could lead to family separations and affect immigrants who do not pose a threat to national security. The governor of Texas, Greg Abbott, has already mentioned that families detained together will be deported together, but this could lead to difficult decisions for the affected families. Furthermore, these measures may face criticism for their impact on human rights and the conditions of those being deported.
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