Trump Orders Expansion of Guantánamo to Detain 30,000 Migrants

The U.S. president's directive targets undocumented migrants accused of crimes, sparking international criticism and raising human rights concerns.

President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon and Homeland Security to expand Guantánamo Bay's capacity to detain up to 30,000 undocumented migrants accused of crimes.
The directive follows the signing of the Laken Riley Act, which mandates detention for undocumented migrants suspected of crimes, including minor offenses.
Guantánamo Bay, previously used for detaining terrorism suspects, would now house migrants in a separate facility, doubling its current capacity.
The Cuban government and human rights organizations, including Amnesty International, have condemned the move as a violation of international law and human dignity.
Experts suggest the plan is a response to challenges in deporting migrants to their home countries, with some nations resisting U.S. repatriation efforts.