Trump Pledges Immediate Action to Halt Border Crossings Ahead of Swearing-In

On the eve of his inauguration for a second term, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump promised swift action to curb illegal immigration, declaring that measures would be enforced as early as his first day back in office.
“By the time the sun sets tomorrow evening, the invasion of our borders will have come to a halt,” Trump told a crowd of supporters at a rally in Washington, vowing that undocumented migrants would soon be “on their way back home.”
Reiterating themes central to his campaign, Trump characterized undocumented migrants as contributors to crime, despite evidence to the contrary. Studies have consistently shown that migrants do not commit crimes at higher rates than U.S. citizens. Experts attribute rising crime in some parts of the country to a variety of socio-political factors, rather than migration.
Central to Trump’s platform has been a promise of mass deportations. To realize this goal, he has appointed several right-wing figures to key positions in his administration. Reports indicate that the initial phase of enforcement will involve raids in major cities, including Chicago, with operations slated to commence shortly after Trump’s swearing-in ceremony on Monday.
The planned week-long raids have already sparked controversy, with immigrant rights groups and legal advocates preparing to challenge the actions. Critics argue that the move could escalate tensions and disrupt communities, while supporters praise it as a decisive effort to enforce immigration laws.
Trump’s rhetoric and planned actions signal a continuation of hardline immigration policies that have defined his political career, setting the stage for contentious debates in the weeks and months ahead.