‘Get the job done’: Trump directs US agencies to expand deportations in Democratic-run cities with goal of ‘single largest Mass Deportation Program’
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has escalated his campaign rhetoric with a bold new directive: ‘Get the Job Done’, a sweeping plan to mobilize federal agencies for mass deportations if he returns to the White House in 2024. Branded as the “single largest Mass Deportation Program” in U.S. history, the proposal is already drawing sharp criticism and legal threats from civil rights groups and Democratic leaders.
🔵 The Plan: ‘Single Largest Mass Deportation Program’
Trump’s plan would target millions of undocumented immigrants, primarily in Democratic-led cities that have opposed his previous immigration crackdowns. His campaign has described the effort as “historic” and a “return to law and order.” Federal agencies like Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) would be at the core of the operation, with possible assistance from the military under emergency powers.
At a recent rally in Pennsylvania, Trump said:
“We are going to get the job done this time. No more excuses, no more sanctuary cities. Millions will be removed from our country.”
The move follows growing frustration among conservatives over border security and undocumented immigration. Trump has vowed to restart and dramatically expand policies like Remain in Mexico, Title 42, and even explore new legal frameworks to speed up deportation processes.
🏙️ Democratic Cities in the Crosshairs
The Trump mass deportation program specifically targets cities like New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and San Francisco—all of which have sanctuary policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
In his statement, Trump accused Democratic mayors of harboring “illegal criminals” and promised to override local laws to assert federal control.
⚖️ Legal and Political Blowback
Democratic governors and civil liberties organizations have strongly condemned the plan. California Governor Gavin Newsom called the directive “constitutionally dangerous and morally unacceptable.” Meanwhile, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has pledged immediate legal action.
In a public statement, the ACLU said:
“This plan undermines due process, violates the Constitution, and targets immigrant families with cruelty.”
Legal experts warn that mass deportation operations without proper judicial review could violate both U.S. and international law. Critics argue that the proposed plan could overwhelm courts and detention facilities, causing a humanitarian crisis.
📊 Why Now? Political and Electoral Motives
Trump’s renewed focus on immigration comes as part of a broader effort to energize his conservative base ahead of the 2024 election. The “Get the Job Done” slogan is now being used in campaign emails, rallies, and social media content.
According to analysts, the messaging is designed to:
- Position Trump as the only candidate capable of enforcing strict border policies
- Draw a stark contrast with President Biden’s more measured immigration approach
- Shift public focus from legal troubles to national security concerns
However, critics argue that this strategy may further divide an already polarized nation.
