Trump’s Immigration Crackdown: Five Major Changes
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President Donald Trump returned to power promising a closed border and mass deportations. His signature immigration policy has reshaped the US system in five key ways.
**1. Border Crossings Plummet**
Illegal border crossings have dropped sharply. The administration credits restrictive asylum rules and expanded border enforcement.
**2. Mass Deportations Expand**
Deportation operations have widened. Immigration agents now target undocumented immigrants beyond those with criminal records, increasing removal numbers.
**3. Asylum Access Tightened**
New limits block many migrants from claiming asylum. Officials say the rules deter abuse; critics argue they shut out legitimate refugees.
**4. Legal Immigration Slowed**
Visa processing and refugee admissions have slowed. Stricter vetting and reduced quotas have cut legal entry pathways.
**5. Enforcement Powers Grow**
States and local police play a larger role in immigration enforcement. The administration has pushed to expand detention capacity and expedite removals.