Trump proposes sending violent US criminals to El Salvador

During a recent meeting with El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele, President Donald Trump proposed the controversial idea of sending U.S. citizens convicted of violent crimes to El Salvador for imprisonment, referring to them as 'homegrown criminals.' Trump suggested that Bukele should build more prison facilities to accommodate these individuals, a notion that came under scrutiny amid ongoing concerns regarding the legality of such actions. This proposal surfaced as the Supreme Court directed the Trump administration to facilitate the return of a Maryland man who was wrongfully deported to El Salvador, highlighting the complex legal landscape surrounding immigration and deportation. Legal experts have raised significant constitutional concerns regarding the potential deportation of naturalized and U.S.-born citizens, suggesting that it could violate their rights. Civil rights advocates have voiced their fears that this policy could disproportionately impact Black American citizens and contribute to mass deportation campaigns. Despite the backlash, Trump stated that his team is 'studying' the legal implications of this unprecedented proposal, emphasizing a focus on public safety.