The elected president of the United States, Donald Trump, has declared a “national emergency” on the border between the United States and Mexico as part of a set of executive measures that seek to reverse the migratory policies of the previous administration. This implies Mobilize additional resources, including military personnel, surveillance technology and the resumption of the construction of the border wall.
Reasons of the Emergency Declaration
During his campaign, Trump promised to end what he described as “open border policies” implemented by former president Joe Biden. He argued that the increase in illegal immigration has jeopardized national security, contributing to drug trafficking and increased organized crime.
The emergency declaration will also allow the authorities to intensify operations against criminal groups, some of which will be designated as foreign terrorist organizations. Trump has indicated that he will declare a state of “national emergency” on the southern border to stop the irregular entry of migrants and restore the policy known as “remains in Mexico”, established during his previous government, which forced asylum applicants to wait In the neighboring country while their cases were processed.
“I will send troops to the southern border to end the disastrous invasion of the southern border,” said the president, and added in turn that he plans to declare Mexican posters “terrorist organizations.”
Measures adopted
Trump has signed several executive orders to address the border crisis, including:
- Resumption of the construction of the border wall, using federal funds.
- Border security reinforcement with the deployment of military personnel and advanced surveillance technology.
- Reinstanding of the policy “remain in Mexico”, which forces asylum applicants to wait in Mexican territory while their cases are resolved.
- Elimination of citizenship by birth, although this would require constitutional reform.
- Stricter restrictions to request asylum, hardening the criteria.
The measures have generated a strong reaction both nationally and internationally. Defenders of the rights of Immigrants have criticized the emergency statement, arguing that it criminalizes migrant communities and puts thousands of vulnerable people at risk.
For their part, governors of border states such as Texas and Arizona have expressed their support for Trump’s initiatives, ensuring that they will contribute to the safety and stability of their communities.
The emergency declaration is expected to face legal challenges, since the Democrats and some civil rights groups have announced their intention to challenge executive orders in the courts. However, The Trump administration remains firm in its position that these actions are necessary to protect US citizens and guarantee the sovereignty of the country.
In the next few days, Trump plans to sign more than 100 executive orders, covering issues such as economy, energy and social policy, which marks a beginning of mandate full of radical changes.