White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt warns foreign nationals of detention and deportation if they attempt to illegally enter the US. The announcement comes amidst ongoing controversy surrounding the Trump administration's freeze on federal grants and loans and its decision to restore press passes revoked by the Biden administration.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt issued a stern warning to foreign nationals considering illegal entry into the United States, stating that they would be detained and deported under President Donald Trump 's administration. Leavitt emphasized the administration's commitment to enhancing public safety by removing violent criminals from communities.
She cited recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests in January, including a Honduran citizen convicted of rape and a Dominican Republic citizen with a second-degree murder conviction, as examples of the administration's efforts. Leavitt expressed gratitude to state and local law enforcement officers and ICE agents for their work in facilitating deportations, assuring them that President Trump supports their efforts. Trump has consistently vowed to address illegal immigration during his campaign and presidency. Following his inauguration, he declared a national emergency at the southern border and immediately ordered the expulsion of migrants without the possibility of asylum. Leavitt also defended the Trump administration's decision to freeze federal grants and loans, stating that individuals receiving direct federal assistance, such as Social Security benefits, Medicare, food stamps, and welfare, would not be affected. However, she indicated that she would provide further updates regarding Medicaid. Democrats, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, criticized the freeze as an overreach of power, alleging it was an attempt to circumvent Congress and withhold congressionally approved funds. Schumer expressed concern that the freeze would have dire consequences for the American people. Leavitt concluded her remarks by announcing significant changes to White House press access, stating that the Trump administration would restore press passes for 440 journalists whose passes she claimed were wrongly revoked by the Biden administration. She emphasized the administration's commitment to engaging with all media outlets, not just traditional legacy media
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