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Uncertainty is once again settling in among thousands of immigrants in the United States. Following reports that suggested a possible shift in immigration policy, with an end to mass raids and a more selective approach, the government of President Donald Trump came forward to deny any changes in detention and deportation operations.
The spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Tricia McLaughlin, publicly rejected that version and asserted that federal agencies are maintaining their immigration control strategy intact.
In a message posted on X, the official was emphatic: “This is not true.” She stated that both the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) continue to “intensify law enforcement efforts.”
McLaughlin emphasized that if any operational changes were to occur, the announcement would come directly from DHS through official channels, and not through leaks or reports in the press. "If there were changes, you would hear them directly from the source," he insisted.
The statements come after various media reported that the administration would be moving away from visible and massive raids, such as those conducted at Home Depot stores or car washes, to focus on undocumented immigrants with serious criminal backgrounds. This narrative was interpreted by many immigrants as a potential relief amidst a climate of constant fear.
However, the official refusal raises alarms once again. For migrant communities like the Cuban one, which closely monitors every signal coming from Washington, the message is clear: there are no guarantees that the raids will decrease or that the risk has passed.
The context is significant. Migration operations have sparked protests, allegations of racial profiling, and a growing public backlash. Recent polls indicate a decline in approval of Trump's immigration management and an increase in fear among immigrants, many of whom report feeling less safe today than before.
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