Republican States Propose Policies Supporting Trump's Deportation Agenda

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, Republican lawmakers across various states are introducing proposals to support his plans for mass deportation of undocumented immigrants. These proposals include granting local law enforcement the authority to arrest individuals illegally residing in the U.S. and requiring mandatory notification to federal immigration officials when such individuals are detained. While some states, like Missouri, are actively pursuing legislation that echoes Trump's immigration agenda, others, particularly Democratic-led states, are pushing back by enhancing protections for immigrants. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security estimates that around 11 million unauthorized immigrants reside in the country, a number that Trump's administration aims to reduce through significant policy changes. Republicans in Congress are also strategizing to allocate funding for border security, with plans to introduce a budget reconciliation bill that could bypass the filibuster and expedite these initiatives. As the immigration debate continues to unfold, the dynamics between state and federal policies remain contentious.