What's happened
As President-elect Trump prepares to take office, he aims to initiate the largest mass deportation in U.S. history. This follows a significant increase in deportations under the Biden administration, raising concerns among immigrant communities about the future of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and potential legal challenges.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to the New York Times, the Biden administration is considering extending Temporary Protected Status for certain groups, which could create obstacles for Trump's mass deportation plans. Meanwhile, Axios reports that ICE deported over 271,000 individuals in the last fiscal year, the highest number since 2014, indicating a significant uptick in enforcement actions. The Independent highlights Trump's claims of a 'national security nightmare' under Biden, asserting that he will launch the largest deportation operation in U.S. history. However, the American Immigration Council estimates that such an operation could cost around $88 billion, far exceeding ICE's current budget. This discrepancy raises questions about the practicality of Trump's ambitious plans.
How we got here
The Biden administration has been considering extending Temporary Protected Status for certain immigrant groups as Trump prepares to implement aggressive immigration policies. This comes after a notable rise in deportations during Biden's term, with Trump promising to escalate these efforts upon taking office.
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The American Immigration Council is a Washington, D.C.-based 501 nonprofit organization and advocacy group. It advocates for immigrants to the United States and opposes US President Donald Trump's immigration policy.
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