Roadblocks to Trump's mass deportations
A Massive Undertaking Trump's campaign initially focused on deporting undocumented immigrants who had committed crimes. This targeted approach seemed manageable. However, the plan expanded to include all undocumented immigrants, which raises significant challenges. With around 11 million undocumented people in the U.S., the logistics of mass deportation become daunting. The Backlog Challenge Currently, there is a backlog of almost 4 million immigration cases. This means that even attempting to deport those with criminal records poses a huge challenge. How can immediate deportations happen when the system is already overloaded? Itβs a logistical nightmare. The Cost of Deportations The financial implications of mass deportations are staggering. Estimates range from $150 to $350 billion. This amount of money could be better utilized in other areas. Raising taxes or cutting existing programs just to fund deportations poses a big question. Where will the money come from? Military Invol...