Former US President Donald Trump allegedly explored extreme measures to tackle immigration during his time in office, including deploying the National Guard in Washington for mass deportations. Leaked documents reveal discussions about invoking the Insurrection Act, a move that would have granted sweeping powers to carry out unprecedented immigration enforcement operations.
Controversial Plans Unveiled
According to sources familiar with the matter, Trump's administration drafted proposals that would have seen the National Guard working alongside Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The plans, which never came to fruition, would have targeted major cities with large immigrant populations.
Legal and Ethical Concerns
Legal experts have raised serious questions about the constitutionality of such actions. "Using the military for domestic law enforcement crosses dangerous lines," noted one constitutional scholar. The proposals reportedly caused significant concern within the Department of Homeland Security itself.
Political Fallout
The revelations come as Trump positions himself for another potential presidential run. Critics argue these leaked plans demonstrate his willingness to undermine democratic norms, while supporters maintain they show his commitment to border security.
Current administration officials have declined to comment on the specifics of these alleged plans, but have reiterated their commitment to humane immigration policies.
