This weekend, the Trump Administration deported a number of gang members identified as illegal immigrants, who have been accused of causing significant harm to communities across the United States. This action is part of President Donald J. Trump's efforts to enhance the safety and security of American citizens.
Vice President JD Vance commented on the situation, stating, “There were violent criminals and rapists in our country. Democrats fought to keep them here. President Trump deported them.”
Secretary of State Marco Rubio elaborated on the specifics of the deportation: “We have sent 2 dangerous top MS-13 leaders plus 21 of its most wanted back to face justice in El Salvador. Also, as promised by @POTUS, we sent over 250 alien enemy members of Tren de Aragua which El Salvador has agreed to hold in their very good jails at a fair price that will also save our taxpayer dollars. President @nayibbukele is not only the strongest security leader in our region, he’s also a great friend of the U.S. Thank you!”
Border Czar Tom Homan highlighted previous actions under different administrations: “The Biden Administration released thousands of Venezuelan Tren de Aragua criminals into the US... But now, thanks to the American people, we have President Trump! Last night, 238 Tren de Aragua members along with 21 MS13 gang members were deported from this country adding to the thousands of criminal aliens already deported.”
Several senators and representatives expressed their support for these actions. Sen. John Barrasso said, “Deporting violent criminals, rapists, terrorists, and drug dealers who came to America illegally is commonsense.” Similarly, Rep. Brian Babin criticized judicial interventions: “Judge Boasberg is endangering Americans! He blocked the deportation of violent Tren de Aragua gang members—rapists, murderers, and thugs.”
The administration's actions have been met with both praise and criticism from various political figures and organizations.
