Trump Deploys 1,500 Troops, Declares Border Emergency

On his first day back in office, President Donald Trump declared a national emergency at the southern border, announcing the deployment of 1,500 active-duty troops to help address what he termed a 'disastrous invasion' of illegal immigration. This move, part of a broader crackdown on immigration, is expected to increase the total military presence at the border to 4,000 troops, tasked with supporting Customs and Border Protection. The Trump administration also aims to suspend asylum requests for those crossing illegally, effectively reshaping U.S. immigration policy. In response, Canadian officials are concerned about a potential increase in illegal crossings into Canada due to these stringent measures, prompting them to enhance border surveillance. Furthermore, actions from the Justice Department are underway to target sanctuary cities that do not comply with federal immigration laws. These developments signal a significant shift in U.S. immigration enforcement priorities under the new administration.