Immigration Policy
What is the new self-deportation campaign launched by the Department of Homeland Security?
The Department of Homeland Security has launched a comprehensive self-deportation campaign targeting all undocumented immigrants in the U.S. The campaign's message is clear and direct: all undocumented individuals should voluntarily leave the country, regardless of how long they've been in the U.S. or their circumstances. According to Pierre Thomas, the government warns that those who don't self-deport and are later found will be forcibly removed with no path to return. This policy represents a significant shift, as it targets all undocumented immigrants, not just those with criminal backgrounds.
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ABC News
03:17 - 04:43
How did border apprehensions change after the Trump administration took office?
Border apprehensions along the U.S.-Mexico border plummeted by approximately one-third in January, with nearly 35,000 fewer apprehensions compared to December. This significant drop coincided with the change in leadership to the Trump administration, which made immigration one of its primary focuses following the election. The decline became even more pronounced after President Trump officially took office on January 20. While seasonal factors like cold weather might contribute to fewer border crossings in winter months, the timing and scale of the decrease strongly suggest that the Trump administration's immigration stance and policy shifts played a substantial role in reducing unauthorized border crossings.
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ABC News
00:00 - 00:27
How have immigration numbers at the southern border changed under the Trump administration compared to the Biden administration?
There has been a dramatic decline in border apprehensions since President Trump took office. Comparing January 2024 to January 2025, there were 100,000 fewer people being apprehended at the southern border - a significant decrease. While the Biden administration's executive order from June 2024 had begun to reduce numbers somewhat, the decrease has accelerated substantially under Trump's leadership. This reflects a major shift in immigration enforcement and border policy between the two administrations, with the Trump administration's messaging and policy changes having a measurable impact on border crossing attempts.
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00:27 - 01:16
What is President Trump proposing to build at Guantanamo Bay?
President Trump is proposing to build a massive detention facility at Guantanamo Bay to hold tens of thousands of migrants. According to his announcement, the facility would have 30,000 beds to detain what he describes as "the worst criminal illegal aliens threatening the American people." The proposed expansion would nearly double ICE's current detention capacity of 40,000 people. Critics have described this plan as resembling a concentration camp, raising serious human rights concerns given Guantanamo's history of reported torture, inhumane conditions, and lack of oversight. The facility would be located in the same area that has been criticized for cruel treatment of detainees and limited access to legal representation.
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Philip DeFranco
27:11 - 31:26
What happened in the tragic collision between an American Airlines flight and an Army Blackhawk helicopter?
Last night near Reagan International Airport in Washington D.C., an American Airlines flight and an Army Blackhawk helicopter collided, resulting in both aircraft crashing into the Potomac River with no survivors. The incident has become politically charged, with former President Donald Trump attributing blame to DEI initiatives, Obama, and Biden administrations. The tragedy is still under investigation with details continuing to emerge as authorities respond to this devastating aviation disaster.
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Philip DeFranco
00:00 - 00:42
Is there growing resentment towards migrants in New York City and who should residents blame for the fiscal challenges?
There is indeed growing resentment in parts of New York City, with some residents believing migrants are receiving resources that could benefit long-term residents. However, NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams argues that this anger is misdirected. He explains that the $7 billion in question was always available but never allocated to address longstanding crises affecting New Yorkers. Williams emphasizes that residents should hold elected officials, particularly the mayor, accountable for their spending decisions rather than blaming migrants who didn't make these fiscal choices.
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MSNBC
03:57 - 04:57