Trump's Largest Deportation Plan Targets Criminals

President-elect Donald Trump is poised to implement a large-scale deportation strategy, potentially the largest in U.S. history, focusing on undocumented immigrants with criminal records. This plan involves declaring a national emergency and potentially leveraging the Alien Enemies Act, a 1798 law, to expedite deportations. Trump's strategy includes using the military for logistical support and constructing detention facilities, raising both legal and logistical challenges. The proposal has caused significant fear among immigrant communities and faces resistance from sanctuary cities and state leaders, who argue the plan is unconstitutional. Trump has appointed Tom Homan as a border czar to oversee this initiative, emphasizing targeted enforcement rather than indiscriminate raids. The administration aims to compel Latin American countries to cooperate with deportations, utilizing diplomatic pressure and incentives.