White House Pushes REMOVE Act to Accelerate Deportations of Illegal Immigrants

In a bold move to tighten immigration enforcement, the White House has thrown its weight behind a new legislative push to drastically speed up deportations of illegal immigrants. Dubbed the Rapid Expulsion of Migrant Offenders who Violate and Evade (REMOVE) Act, this bill, spearheaded by Senators Marsha Blackburn, Ted Budd, and Ted Cruz, aims to shrink the timeline for removal proceedings to a mere 15 days after they begin. This is a clear signal of intent from an administration determined to tackle what they describe as a crisis at the border.

Senator Blackburn didn’t mince words, pointing to the unprecedented wave of illegal immigration during the previous administration as a burden on communities nationwide. She emphasized that this legislation equips President Trump with the tools needed to act swiftly and decisively. Meanwhile, Stephen Miller, White House deputy chief of staff for policy, underscored the urgency, revealing ambitious plans for 3,000 arrests per day while celebrating recent record-breaking enforcement numbers by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

The backdrop to this policy is staggering—millions are estimated to have crossed into the U.S. illegally in recent years, with a particular focus now on removing individuals tied to criminal organizations like MS-13 and Tren de Aragua, both labeled as foreign terrorist groups by the current administration. There’s also a carrot alongside the stick: a program encouraging self-deportation with a $1,000 payout and a free flight out of the country upon confirmation of departure.

This legislative push aligns with broader public sentiment, as recent polls show a significant portion of Americans supporting deportation efforts to varying degrees. With over 65,000 removals already recorded in Trump’s first 100 days, the message is clear: the administration is doubling down on restoring what they call the integrity of the immigration system. Whether this rapid-fire approach will secure the border or spark further debate remains to be seen, but the gears of change are undeniably in motion.