The White House sparked criticism on Thursday by posting a video on social media platform X showing an airplane marked with the initials of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) taking off, accompanied by the message "GAME OVER," as part of its campaign to highlight the increase in deportation flights under the administration of Donald Trump.
The audiovisual material, presented in an ironic tone, is part of the communication strategy to promote the immigration plan which, according to the government, will carry out one million deportations per year, supported by a recent law passed in Congress.
The legislative package allocates $170 billion to the DHS, nearly doubling its budget, and includes the mass hiring of ICE agents, bonuses of up to $50,000 for recruits, more detention centers, and even facilities on military bases, according to the agency AP.
The largest expulsion operation in the history of the U.S.
The government has described the initiative as “the largest deportation campaign in U.S. history,” with operations occurring not only at the southern border but also in interior communities, universities, workplaces, and public spaces. Additionally, it allocates $46 billion for the construction of the wall with Mexico and allows the use of prisons as immigration detention centers.
While Trump claims that he is “fulfilling his promise to strengthen security and remove those who are not authorized to stay in the country,” human rights organizations warn that many detentions affect individuals with no criminal records.
According to official data, about one million migrants have voluntarily left the U.S. in the past year, a figure that the White House presents as support for its measures.
The tone of the video, however, has been criticized as insensitive by activists and opponents, who argue that it trivializes a policy that instills fear in migrant communities, where families—facing the risk of raids—are making plans for the care of children in the event of their parents' detention or deportation.
Frequently Asked Questions about the U.S. Deportation Immigration Policy under Trump
What does the "GAME OVER" video published by the White House mean?
The video "GAME OVER" published by the White House features a Department of Homeland Security plane taking off, symbolizing the increase in deportation flights under the Trump administration. The video employs an ironic tone to highlight the rise in deportations as a victory in its immigration policy. However, it has faced criticism from activists and opponents for trivializing the negative impacts of these policies on migrant communities.
How much money has been allocated to the Department of Homeland Security for the deportation plan?
For the deportation plan, Congress approved a legislative package that allocates $170 billion to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), nearly doubling its budget. This increase in funding will be used to hire more agents, build more detention centers, and expand deportation operations, including at workplaces and universities.
How does this deportation plan affect migrant communities in the U.S.?
The deportation plan has created an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty in migrant communities, where families are taking extra precautions due to the risk of raids. Many arrests affect individuals with no criminal records, and the fear has led undocumented parents to prepare their children for possible detention scenarios. Furthermore, human rights organizations have criticized the government's punitive approach, which could have a significant humanitarian impact.
What additional measures are included in Trump's immigration plan?
The immigration plan of Trump not only focuses on deportations but also includes the construction of a border wall with Mexico, with an investment of $46 billion. Additionally, it allows for the use of prisons as immigration detention centers and expands ICE operations nationwide, including raids at universities and workplaces. The goal is to implement the largest expulsion campaign in U.S. history.
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