A Proposed Military Buffer Zone: Trump’s Latest Immigration Strategy
The Trump administration is weighing a new approach to border security, considering a military-controlled buffer zone to curb illegal immigration. This initiative could redefine how the U.S. manages border control and illegal crossings.
An anonymous senior official disclosed to The Washington Post that the proposed 60-foot-deep zone could stretch from west Texas near El Paso to Southern California, north of Tijuana. This plan would allow U.S. troops to temporarily hold migrants entering illegally until law enforcement arrives, potentially expediting deportations and imposing stricter penalties.
Officials clarified that the troops’ role would not involve formal detention but rather holding migrants akin to handling trespassers on a military base. “It’s very, very careful on that wording,” a defense official stated, emphasizing the temporary nature of the hold.
Despite ongoing discussions, the White House remains undecided on approving the plan. The Department of Defense did not comment on the proposal, and the Department of Homeland Security has yet to respond to inquiries.
Since his return to office, President Trump has prioritized border security, including signing executive orders to combat drug cartels and declaring a national emergency at the southern border. His administration has bolstered these efforts by establishing a joint task force to secure the border and potentially annexing the proposed buffer zone to military installations like Fort Huachuca, Arizona.
In collaboration with Mexico, the U.S. continues to enhance border patrols, with Mexico deploying 10,000 troops on their side. The Trump administration also explored using military facilities such as Guantanamo Bay to detain illegal migrants, where Venezuelan gang members were among the first detainees.
Recently, Trump thanked El Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele for accepting the deportation of 200 members of the Tren de Aragua gang, a move reflecting the administration’s broader security strategy.
This article was originally written by www.christianpost.com
