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Trump declares national EMERGENCY on Mexico border: Drastic measures to crack down on immigration and fight cartels

Written by Carla Teles de Lima
Published 20/01/2025 às 20:04
Trump declares national EMERGENCY on Mexico border: Drastic measures to crack down on immigration and fight cartels
The border with Mexico is on high alert. Trump's new measures promise to change everything and are already generating tension on both sides.

With plans to revive the “Remain in Mexico” policy, send additional troops, build a border wall and declare cartels terrorist organizations, Trump promises a radical shift in US immigration policy.

Have you ever wondered how far a leader will go to keep his promises? President Donald Trump is about to prove that he will stop at nothing to make his vision a reality. With a series of executive orders on the horizon, Trump plans to declare a national emergency on the border with Mexico in an attempt to crack down on illegal immigration and strengthen national security.

what is at stake?

The U.S.-Mexico border is a thin line that separates not only two countries, but also two worlds. Trump believes that illegal crossings, drug trafficking and human smuggling networks threaten the safety of Americans. For him, this is a matter of “now or never.” Will his measures be the ultimate solution or just add fuel to the fire of the immigration debate?

Measures proposed by Trump

The El Paso, Texas border crossing is one of the busiest between the United States and Mexico. It is marked by intense trade, daily crossings, and also challenges related to immigration and security.
The El Paso, Texas border crossing is one of the busiest between the United States and Mexico. It is marked by intense trade, daily crossings, and also challenges related to immigration and security.

According to InfoMoney, among the main initiatives, the reactivation of the “Remain in Mexico” policy stands out. This means that asylum seekers must wait in Mexico until their hearings in the US. The end of the “catch and release” policy seeks to eliminate the practice of releasing immigrants while they await trial.

But Trump isn’t stopping there. Building a border wall is back in focus, as is sending in additional troops. A physical and human shield meant to seal the border once and for all. The plan also includes designating drug cartels as terrorist organizations, a bold move that promises geopolitical repercussions.

Immigration policies and their impacts

One of the proposals The most controversial is the end of birthright citizenship. If approved, this change would alter a long-standing interpretation of the 14th Amendment, sparking heated debate. Trump wants to suspend refugee admissions for six months, a strategy that many consider radical but that his supporters applaud as necessary.

Reactions and challenges

Like any controversial decision, Trump’s measures face a wave of criticism and challenges. Mexico and the United States already have a delicate relationship, and actions such as designating cartels as terrorists could intensify tensions. On the other hand, his supporters argue that these actions are crucial to protecting the country.

Trump is charting a risky but well-calculated course. The political and legal battle will be fierce, especially in a scenario where immigration is a divisive issue. If his executive orders are implemented, they could redefine the immigration landscape in the US and set precedents with global impact.

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Carla Teles de Lima

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