Senator Ted Cruz revealed that he expects a swift decline in illegal immigration as President-elect Trump's policies take effect.
Fox News reported that in a recent appearance on CBS' "Face the Nation," Senator Ted Cruz, R-Texas, discussed the incoming administration's approach toward immigration and border security.
He expressed confidence that President-elect Donald Trump’s policies would lead to a significant reduction in illegal immigration. One key policy, the reinstatement of the "remain in Mexico" policy, according to Cruz, will take effect soon after Trump’s inaugural ceremony.
Cruz commented on the timeliness of this impact, projecting that the effects would be visible as early as January and February following the inauguration.
He suggested that these measures would result in a noticeable drop in illegal crossings into the U.S., attributing the swift implementation and rigorous enforcement of immigration laws under Trump's leadership.
The senator also highlighted the strategic use of tariffs as a tool to garner cooperation from neighboring countries.
Trump’s assertive stance included threatening to impose a 25% tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada if they failed to assist in controlling illegal immigration, as well as drug trafficking across the borders. According to Cruz, these tough negotiations have already spurred commitments from these nations to strengthen border security.
During a meeting at Mar-a-Lago with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Trump discussed a range of issues from the drug crisis, specifically fentanyl, to fair trade practices and the economic deficit with Canada.
Trump praised Trudeau's commitment to social media, emphasizing the need for collaboration to address these serious issues impacting both countries.
Communication with Mexico was equally pivotal. Trump held discussions with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, focusing on the joint effort to enhance border security. Cruz remarked on President Sheinbaum's proactive promises to work closely with Trump to prevent illegal immigration.
Trump stressed the dangers posed by the drug cartels and the influx of fentanyl from China into the U.S., linking these problems directly with lax border controls and illegal immigration. He has been vocal on social media and other platforms about the need for rigorous action to end the devastation caused by drug trafficking.
Cruz's predictions about the decrease in illegal immigration stem from a belief in Trump's authoritative approach to law enforcement and international diplomacy.
He emphasized that the quick results expected from Trump’s inauguration are a testament to the potency of clear and decisive policy measures and the important leverage provided by economic threats such as tariffs.
Not only does Cruz see these steps as immediate, but he also attributes their success to the combined efforts of diplomacy and law enforcement.
Cruz stated, "I expect we will once again enter into ‘remain in Mexico’, and we are going to see – I'm going to make a prediction right now: We will see the numbers plummet of illegal immigration coming into this country," underscoring his confidence in Trump's upcoming presidency to address these pressing issues vigorously.
The focus on reinstating the "remain in Mexico" policy, along with utilizing tariffs as leverage, has been emphasized by Senator Ted Cruz as a key driver that will likely make a significant impact in curbing illegal immigration at a much faster rate than previously seen.
Additionally, the commitments from Canada and Mexico in strengthening border security and tackling the drug crisis were highlighted as crucial steps toward achieving these goals.