Donald Trump, the President-elect of the United States, has confirmed plans to declare a national emergency upon assuming office to fulfill his campaign promise of executing mass deportations of migrants residing in the U.S. without legal authorization.
This announcement came in response to a post by Judicial Watch’s Tom Fitton on social media. Fitton previously claimed that the incoming administration was reportedly preparing for such an emergency declaration, potentially utilizing military assets to carry out the deportations, as reported by ABC News. Trump responded emphatically on the social media platform X, writing, “TRUE!!!”
During his presidential campaign, Trump had pledged to commence mass deportations immediately upon taking office. Speaking at a rally at Madison Square Garden during the closing days of the election, he stated, “On Day 1, I will launch the largest deportation program in American history to get the criminals out.”
He further vowed to reclaim American cities and towns, saying, “I will rescue every city and town that has been invaded and conquered, and we will put these vicious and bloodthirsty criminals in jail, then kick them the hell out of our country as fast as possible.”
Trump’s plans for his initial day in office are highly ambitious. When asked if he would be a dictator if re-elected, he clarified that he would not, “except for Day 1.” His agenda includes:
1. Mass Deportations: Launching an extensive deportation program targeting migrants living in the U.S. without legal permission.
2. Policy Reversals: Repealing key policies implemented by the Biden administration, particularly those related to education.
3. Federal Government Overhaul: Restructuring the federal workforce by firing thousands of employees he believes are undermining his administration.
4. Pardons for January 6 Participants: Issuing pardons to individuals arrested for their involvement in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
5. Energy and Border Policies: Intensifying domestic oil production with a “drill, drill, drill” approach and imposing strict border controls.
In addition to these measures, Trump has also declared his intention to immediately terminate Jack Smith, the special counsel prosecuting two federal cases against him, as part of his commitment to reshaping the Justice Department.
Trump’s current plans mirror some of the goals he announced upon taking office in 2017, such as renegotiating trade deals, deporting undocumented migrants, and combating government corruption.
However, during his first term, these objectives were not fully realized as quickly as initially promised. Nonetheless, Trump remains resolute about implementing his priorities without delay in his second term.
