Trump calls on ICE to expand deportations in Democrat-led cities amid rising protests and enforcement actions. Tensions grow ahead of G7 summit in Alberta.
Trump Demands Aggressive ICE Action in Major Cities
U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday ordered immigration officials to dramatically increase deportation efforts in Democratic-run cities. The announcement, made via social media, comes amid nationwide protests against his immigration policies and just as he departed for the G7 economic summit in Alberta, Canada.
Policy Shift Linked to Ongoing Protests
The call for expanded enforcement follows weeks of protests in Los Angeles, Portland, and other cities. Demonstrators have voiced strong opposition to the administration’s approach to immigration, participating in coordinated “No Kings” marches coinciding with a military parade in Washington. While most events remained peaceful, law enforcement used tear gas and projectiles in cities like Los Angeles and Portland to disperse lingering crowds.
Enforcement Strategy Details
Trump stated that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) must “do all in their power” to deliver the largest mass deportation effort in U.S. history. Targeted cities include Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York—jurisdictions with high numbers of undocumented immigrants and local policies often at odds with federal directives.
ICE has reportedly been tasked with ramping up daily arrests to 3,000, a nearly fivefold increase from the average earlier in Trump’s second term. This strategy was reportedly shaped by White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, a key architect of Trump’s immigration platform.
Exceptions for Key Industries
In contrast to the aggressive urban push, federal officers have been instructed to pause enforcement in industries such as agriculture, hospitality, and food service. A senior U.S. official, speaking anonymously, confirmed the pause followed Trump’s concerns about labor shortages and economic disruptions in those sectors.
Political and Global Implications
Trump’s announcement was made en route to the G7 summit in Alberta, where world leaders are expected to discuss trade, migration, and security. His comments added fuel to an already volatile political climate. Speaking to reporters, he credited the deployment of National Guard troops in Los Angeles with maintaining peace, stating, “If we didn’t have the National Guard on call and ready, they would rip Los Angeles apart.”
Canadian Reaction and Outlook
While no official Canadian response has been issued yet, political observers in Ottawa note that Trump’s stance could inflame cross-border tensions on immigration and human rights. With the G7 underway, Canada’s leadership may be pressed to weigh in on the U.S. strategy, particularly as Alberta hosts the summit amid rising international scrutiny of American domestic policy.
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