President-elect Donald Trump has indicated his intention to use the US military to enforce his plans for mass deportations of undocumented immigrants once he takes office. This comes after conservative activist Tom Fitton suggested that the incoming administration could declare a national emergency to facilitate this rare and controversial move. Trump confirmed this intention on his platform, Truth Social, in response to Fitton’s statement.
Experts warn that employing the military for mass deportation would be a significant departure from American tradition, as federal troops are generally not involved in domestic law enforcement. The use of the military for civilian arrests could have severe implications for democracy and civil liberties. Some even argue that it could lead to an economic disaster due to the complexity and cost of such an operation.
Meanwhile, tensions are escalating within Trump’s inner circle, with clashes between figures like Elon Musk and Boris Epshteyn over key appointments. The selection of Matt Gaetz as attorney general, despite allegations of sexual misconduct, has also sparked controversy and raised questions about the ethics review process.
As Trump continues to announce appointees for his new administration, speculation is mounting over who will be named as treasury secretary. Candidates such as Brendan Carr for FCC chairman and Howard Lutnick for treasury secretary have been put forward, as Trump seeks to reshape his cabinet before taking office in January.
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