(ProsperNews.net) – President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Thomas Homan, a staunch advocate for strict border enforcement, as his administration’s new “Border Czar.” Announcing the decision on Truth Social, Trump described Homan as the ideal candidate to spearhead his efforts to secure the nation’s borders and enforce immigration laws. Homan, who previously served as acting head of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from 2017 to 2018, is known for his unwavering stance on immigration control.
As Border Czar, Homan will oversee U.S. border security, including the southern and northern borders, as well as aviation and maritime entry points. He will also manage deportations, a cornerstone of Trump’s immigration agenda for his upcoming term. This role, which will be housed within the White House, does not carry the formal authority of an agency head and does not require Senate confirmation, allowing Homan to begin his work immediately upon Trump’s inauguration.
Central to Homan’s responsibilities will be implementing Trump’s ambitious deportation initiative, which aims to remove millions of undocumented immigrants. This includes prioritizing approximately 1.3 million individuals who have exhausted their legal options, with a focus on those with criminal convictions. The plan is expected to face logistical hurdles and political opposition but aligns with Trump and Homan’s commitment to large-scale immigration enforcement.
Homan’s role could also expand to address other immigration challenges, such as visa overstays and unauthorized employment in white-collar industries, broadening the scope of his enforcement efforts beyond physical border security. His appointment signals a strong return to Trump’s America First immigration policies, emphasizing strict controls and prioritizing the removal of undocumented individuals.
This move reflects lessons Trump learned during his first term, particularly the need to select officials who are fully aligned with his vision for border security. Homan, a vocal proponent of tough immigration measures, is expected to play a key role in driving Trump’s immigration agenda forward in his second term.
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