Former U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly expressed gratitude to El Salvador’s President, Nayib Bukele, for taking in criminals expelled from the United States. In a post on Truth Social, Trump also criticized former President Joe Biden’s administration for its handling of illegal immigration. Trump’s Praise for Bukele and Criticism of Biden Trump acknowledged Bukele’s cooperation in receiving criminals deported from the U.S., while sharply condemning the policies of the Biden administration, which he claimed allowed dangerous individuals to enter the country. “Thank you, President Bukele, of El Salvador, for taking the criminals that were so stupidly allowed, by the Crooked Joe Biden Administration, to enter our Country, and giving them such a wonderful place to live!” Trump wrote on Truth Social. Recent Deportation of Tren de Aragua and MS-13 Members The statement follows a recent operation in which the United States deported 17 criminals affiliated with the violent gangs Tren de Aragua and MS-13 to El Salvador’s high-security prison, Centro de Confinamiento del Terrorismo (CECOT). The transfer, carried out by the U.S. military on Sunday night, included individuals accused of severe crimes such as murder and sexual assault. This operation is part of an ongoing security agreement between both nations. Earlier in March, approximately 238 members of Tren de Aragua were also transferred to El Salvador as part of the crackdown on transnational criminal organizations. U.S.-El Salvador Cooperation on Security El Salvador has been recognized for its strict policies on crime, particularly under President Bukele’s administration, which has been praised for its firm stance against gang violence. The country’s strategy aligns with U.S. efforts to curb criminal activities linked to transnational gangs. For more details on U.S.-El Salvador security agreements, visit the U.S. Department of State website. Related coverage on U.S. immigration policies READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Chanel.
The Trump administration has reversed previous restrictions, granting U.S. immigration and border officials the authority to arrest undocumented individuals at “sensitive” locations. These include places such as schools, churches, and hospitals. This policy change overturns regulations that have been in place since 2011, which prohibited such actions to ensure sensitive areas remained safe havens for all individuals, regardless of immigration status. Under the Biden administration, these restrictions were further tightened to protect vulnerable groups. However, the Department of Homeland Security, in defense of the new directive, stated, “Criminals will no longer be able to hide in America’s schools and churches to avoid arrest. The Trump Administration trusts law enforcement to use common sense in their duties.” In addition to this reversal, another directive reinstates the ability for U.S. authorities to expedite the deportation of undocumented individuals who cannot prove they have resided in the country for over two years. These policy changes signal a significant shift in the approach to immigration enforcement, prioritizing stricter controls and enforcement measures in sensitive areas. READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Chanel.
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Discover how Donald Trump’s administration immediately shut down the CBP One app moments after his inauguration, signaling a return to stricter immigration policies. Donald Trump Assumes Presidency as the 47th U.S. PresidentOn January 20, 2025, Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States during a ceremony in the Capitol Rotunda in Washington, D.C. Just moments after taking office, his administration initiated a significant policy change that sent ripples through the immigration system. Migrant Appointment App DisabledThe Trump administration promptly shut down the CBP One mobile application, which was developed to help migrants schedule appointments at U.S.-Mexico border entry points. This decision effectively canceled all scheduled appointments for migrants without visas seeking legal entry into the United States. A Shift in Immigration PolicyThis action signals a move toward stricter border control measures, part of President Trump’s broader strategy to tighten immigration enforcement. The decision comes despite a notable decline in migration numbers over recent months. According to data from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), December 2024 saw 96,048 border encounters. Of these, 48,722 individuals sought lawful entry at official ports of entry. The last time monthly encounters dropped below 100,000 before November 2024 was in January 2021, during President Biden’s inauguration. That month, CBP recorded 78,414 encounters, with just 3,098 individuals presenting themselves legally at ports of entry. Impact on Biden-Era PoliciesThe CBP One app had been a cornerstone of the Biden administration’s efforts to encourage legal migration pathways. By shutting it down, the Trump administration has signaled its intention to dismantle key policies from the previous administration. New Border Policies on the HorizonPresident Trump is expected to sign ten executive orders addressing immigration and border policy. These orders include reinstating the Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP), commonly known as the “Remain in Mexico” policy. Under this program, approximately 70,000 migrants were required to remain in Mexico while awaiting decisions on their U.S. asylum applications during Trump’s previous term. Key TakeawaysThe disabling of the CBP One app and the anticipated executive orders underline the new administration’s commitment to reversing Biden-era immigration reforms. This marks a pivotal moment in U.S. immigration policy, one that will likely have significant implications for migrants and border security operations. READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Chanel.
