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Deportation flights on jumbo jets have begun

Border encounters have significantly decreased following President Donald Trump’s swift actions to crack down on illegal immigration. Within days of taking office, Trump has launched an aggressive deportation strategy, including flying detained individuals out of the country on jumbo jets.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt highlighted the administration’s efforts on X, writing, “Deportation flights have begun. President Trump is sending a strong and clear message to the entire world: if you illegally enter the United States of America, you will face severe consequences.”

According to Fox News, citing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) sources, the number of border encounters has dropped by 35% compared to the final days of former President Joe Biden’s administration. The sharp decline reflects the immediate impact of Trump’s immigration policies, which were a central promise of his campaign.

Reports from ZeroHedge indicate that military aircraft, including two C-17s and two C-130s, were mobilized Thursday to conduct deportation flights for detained illegal immigrants. These flights mark a visible and decisive step in Trump’s renewed focus on border security.

President Trump has already made significant changes to immigration protocols:

  • Ending the CBP One App: Within hours of taking office, Trump terminated the CBP One app, which allowed migrants at the southern border to schedule appointments to claim asylum. Many individuals who used the app had been granted entry into the U.S. with pending court dates, regardless of the validity of their claims.
  • Halting “Catch-and-Release”: Trump has eliminated the controversial “catch-and-release” policy, which allowed migrants detained at the border to be released into the U.S. with a court date, often years away, to resolve their immigration status.

The administration’s actions signal a firm stance on illegal immigration, with Trump following through on promises to restore border security. The rapid reduction in border encounters suggests that these measures are already having a deterrent effect.

As the administration continues its crackdown, the president’s message to those considering entering the U.S. illegally is clear: strict enforcement and immediate consequences await.