The daily ICE report on compliance with Trump's immigration orders includes examples of criminals caught in raids, published by the White House. UNHCR expressed its willingness to assist Mexico in case of an increase in deportations due to actions against illegal immigration driven by U.S. President Donald Trump.
The Mexican government has indicated its readiness to face potential deportations with a plan that involves creating reception centers in the northern part of the country and possible resettlements in different regions. The presence of U.S. Marines at the border with Mexico has been strengthened in order to curb illegal immigration since the beginning of Trump's term.
Images released by the White House show security personnel arriving at the border area with the mission to protect the United States. On the other hand, deportation flights for the first migrants have begun, according to White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt.
"UNHCR supports the government and is ready with our staff and presence on the ground," stated UNHCR spokesperson Matthew Saltmarsh at a press conference. Mexico has been recognized as a defender of refugee rights, maintaining a strong asylum system that will be crucial in light of the current situation in the region.
Last Wednesday, a contingent of approximately 1,500 soldiers was deployed at the border with Mexico, under the authorization of acting Defense Secretary Robert Salesses, to provide support for detection and control efforts.
Tom Homan, known as the 'border czar,' outlined the first cities where migrant detentions will take place, including San Diego and Chicago. Homan pointed out that there will be "shock and horror" over the planned mass deportations.
In total, 538 migrants have been detained, including an alleged terrorist, 4 members of the Venezuelan criminal group called Tren de Aragua, and lesser sexual offenders. The White House indicated that the largest mass deportation operation in history has begun.
