New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has firmly rejected President-elect Donald Trump's proposal to deploy the National Guard for mass deportations, citing concerns over the negative impacts on families and the state's economy. In response to Trump's plans, which include ending the CBP One app, abolishing the catch-and-release policy, and reinstating the 'Remain in Mexico' program, Lujan Grisham emphasized the potential legal challenges against mass deportations and expressed her willingness to cooperate with federal agents in cases of criminal activity [b14b266a].
Trump's administration has promised what it describes as the largest deportation operation in U.S. history, with Tom Homan appointed as the border czar overseeing these efforts. Lujan Grisham has called for Congress to revive a bipartisan border security bill, advocating for a more respectful rhetoric towards migrants amid the ongoing immigration debate [b14b266a].
The tension between state and federal immigration policies continues to escalate, especially as Texas Governor Greg Abbott has been actively promoting his hard-line immigration agenda. Abbott's endorsement of Trump for the 2024 presidential election underscores their shared focus on immigration and border security, which has become a central theme in their political strategies [30449ac1].
As Trump prepares to return to the U.S.-Mexico border to highlight Biden's failures on immigration, Lujan Grisham's stance represents a contrasting approach that prioritizes the well-being of families and the economic implications of mass deportations. This divergence in policy reflects the broader national debate on immigration reform and the role of state governments in enforcing federal immigration laws [b14b266a].
The situation at the border remains complex, with Texas National Guard members recently accused of using pepper ball guns against migrants, raising concerns about the treatment of individuals at the border. Immigration advocates argue that such measures are dangerous and inhumane, while state officials claim they are necessary responses to increased aggression from migrants [2de2a9c8].
As the political landscape shifts with the upcoming elections, the differing approaches of governors like Lujan Grisham and Abbott will likely play a significant role in shaping the future of immigration policy in the United States [b14b266a].