The public outcry, nationwide protests, and most definitely his strict immigration policies have not caused President Donald Trump to back down.
He is, if anything, stepping up his efforts.
Trump dramatically upped his rhetoric this week, promising to implement what he refers to as “the single largest mass deportation program in history.” And in doing so, he has directly warned Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago—three of the biggest and most diverse cities in America.
Both detractors and supporters are preparing for what will happen next as tensions escalate.
Protests Break Out, But Trump Continues
Major cities from coast to coast have turned into protest hotspots in recent weeks. Chanting in support of immigrant communities and condemning what they call cruel ICE raids, protesters have swarmed the streets.
However, the criticism only seems to make Donald Trump more determined.
Trump posted on Truth Social, “Radical Democrat Politicians subject the Brave Men and Women of ICE to violence, harassment, and even threats on a daily basis.” “However, nothing will prevent us from carrying out our mission.”
Trump claims that the goal is clear: to apprehend and deport undocumented immigrants on a scale that has never been attempted in the history of modern-day America.
Arrests Will Increase by More Than 350% Every Day
Stephen Miller, Trump’s longtime immigration advisor and current Deputy Chief of Staff, is working behind the scenes of this aggressive campaign. Miller affirmed that the administration intends to significantly boost the number of ICE arrests each day, from the current average of 650 to at least 3,000.
ICE would have to function at a level not seen since the post-9/11 era, which is more than a 350% increase.
