Trump Advances Sweeping Policy Changes on Immigration, Trade, and Media Access
The administration announces stricter immigration enforcement, new tariffs, and a revamped approach to press relations.
- President Trump confirms Venezuela's agreement to accept deported Venezuelan migrants, including individuals linked to criminal groups, following negotiations with Nicolás Maduro's government.
- The administration is planning to establish a detention facility at Guantánamo Bay for up to 30,000 migrants labeled as dangerous, sparking criticism from human rights advocates.
- New tariffs of 25% on imports from Mexico and Canada and 10% on goods from China take effect, aimed at addressing trade deficits and curbing illegal immigration and fentanyl trafficking.
- The White House announces a media policy shift, granting access to non-traditional outlets like influencers and bloggers, while rotating out major outlets from Pentagon press offices.
- The administration initiates a controversial review of FBI and prosecutorial staff involved in past investigations against Trump, prompting backlash over potential undermining of national security.