The Third Group of Deported from the United States Under the Trump Administration: A Comprehensive Analysis
2. Trump Administration’s Immigration Policies and Their Impact
2.1 From Campaign Promises to Policy Actions
Donald Trump’s election in 2016 was accompanied by promises to toughen US immigration policies. His administration implemented policies that drastically increased deportation efforts, especially targeting undocumented immigrants.
2.2 Key Policies Affecting Iranian Nationals
- Travel Bans: The initial Muslim travel ban, later expanded, restricted entry from several Muslim-majority countries, including Iran.
- Increased Deportations: ICE ramped up operations, detaining and deporting undocumented immigrants at record levels.
- Expedited Removal: The use of fast-track deportation processes meant many individuals faced deportation without full hearings.
- Zero Tolerance Policy: Led to family separations and detention of vulnerable populations.
- Targeting of Iranian Nationals: Many Iranians, regardless of legal status, faced increased scrutiny, detention, and deportation.
2.3 Impact on Iranian-American Community
The policies created an environment of fear within Iranian communities, leading to increased anxiety, family separations, and loss of community members.
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