White House and Homeland Security officials have defended the deportation of nearly 300 gang members, including those from MS-13 and Tren de Aragua, to a prison in El Salvador known as CECOT. The Department of Homeland Security described these individuals as "terrorists" and "human rights abusers," citing their violent crimes and murders.
Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin stated that the president and secretary are committed to removing "dangerous criminal and terrorist illegal aliens who pose a threat to the American public." She argued that the media is often quick to defend these individuals, despite their numerous crimes. McLaughlin emphasized that not all those arrested at the border are criminals, but rather many of them have been involved in serious crimes.
The White House also weighed in on the issue, with spokeswoman Abigail Jackson saying that President Trump is committed to keeping his promises to the American people by removing "dangerous criminal and terrorist illegal aliens" who pose a threat to the public. She suggested that 60 Minutes should focus on sharing stories of Angel Parents whose children have been murdered by these individuals.
However, Homeland Security officials refused to provide more information about the conditions and treatment at CECOT, instead referring readers to the El Salvador government for details. They also stressed the importance of third country agreements that ensure due process under the US Constitution, claiming they are essential to national security.
When pressed further, Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin stated that her department is confident in its law enforcement's intelligence and will not share sensitive information to undermine national security. This stance was echoed by the White House spokeswoman, who emphasized President Trump's commitment to removing these individuals from the country.
Critics have argued that such deportations can be problematic, particularly if they involve due process concerns or potential human rights abuses. The government's insistence on secrecy surrounding CECOT has fueled skepticism about its treatment of inmates and raised questions about the true nature of the deportations.
Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin stated that the president and secretary are committed to removing "dangerous criminal and terrorist illegal aliens who pose a threat to the American public." She argued that the media is often quick to defend these individuals, despite their numerous crimes. McLaughlin emphasized that not all those arrested at the border are criminals, but rather many of them have been involved in serious crimes.
The White House also weighed in on the issue, with spokeswoman Abigail Jackson saying that President Trump is committed to keeping his promises to the American people by removing "dangerous criminal and terrorist illegal aliens" who pose a threat to the public. She suggested that 60 Minutes should focus on sharing stories of Angel Parents whose children have been murdered by these individuals.
However, Homeland Security officials refused to provide more information about the conditions and treatment at CECOT, instead referring readers to the El Salvador government for details. They also stressed the importance of third country agreements that ensure due process under the US Constitution, claiming they are essential to national security.
When pressed further, Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin stated that her department is confident in its law enforcement's intelligence and will not share sensitive information to undermine national security. This stance was echoed by the White House spokeswoman, who emphasized President Trump's commitment to removing these individuals from the country.
Critics have argued that such deportations can be problematic, particularly if they involve due process concerns or potential human rights abuses. The government's insistence on secrecy surrounding CECOT has fueled skepticism about its treatment of inmates and raised questions about the true nature of the deportations.
. One minute we're talking about keeping our borders secure and preventing terrorists from entering our country, and the next thing you know, we're deporting 300 gang members without even knowing what's going on behind bars 
. It's like they're playing a game of cat and mouse with due process and human rights 
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I mean, I know the President and his team are trying to keep their promises to the American public, but at what cost? We need transparency and accountability here, not secrecy and silence 
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This whole situation smells like a partisan issue to me, and I'm worried about where it's headed 
It's also crazy how the gov't is shielding info about CECOT, leaving ppl to wonder if these deportees are getting treated fairly. 
I mean, isn't due process a thing now? 
And what's with the emphasis on Angel Parents' stories over actual facts about the deportation process? It feels like an attempt to sway public opinion instead of having a real conversation about it. 
The gov't should be more transparent about these matters. Transparency is key, right? 
. I get that we need to keep our borders safe, but labeling people as "terrorists" just because they've committed crimes in the past is not fair or accurate. And 60 Minutes asking Angel Parents to share their stories? That sounds like an attempt to sway public opinion rather than a genuine investigation into the treatment of these individuals 
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I mean, shouldn't we know how these inmates are being treated and held accountable for their actions? The fact that they're just pushing it on the Salvadoran gov and saying "trust us" is super sketchy imo 
It feels like the gov is trying to spin this in a way that makes it sound more sinister than it really is.
And what's up with the secrecy around CECOT? It's all "we're not telling" and that just raises more questions. Like, are these people being treated humanely or are they stuck in a situation where they're still a threat? 
It's like, let's get some real stories out there instead of just focusing on the "dangerous criminals" part. 
. I mean, 300 gang members deported to a prison in El Salvador? That's some serious stuff. But what really gets me is that Homeland Security won't give us any details about CECOT or the conditions they're being held in. Like, if they were in our shoes, wouldn't we want to know where we're going and how we'll be treated? 
? That's a pretty big label to throw around, don't you think? 
Is it fair to punish them for actions that are the result of circumstances beyond their control? 
Everyone deserves due process and respect, regardless of their background or circumstances. 
the government is just making everyone feel anxious without giving us the facts 
They just keep repeating these buzzwords without backing them up with actual evidence.
. It sounds like a PR stunt to shift attention away from the fact that we're essentially sending people to who-knows-what conditions in some foreign country 
. This whole thing just reeks of secrecy and cover-up, and I don't trust it one bit 
. What are they hiding?
and yeah, the more info we don't get, the more suspicious it gets 
... like, if they broke the law & committed crimes, shouldn't they face consequences? 
. It's a tough balance, but I think we need to keep having these conversations about due process & human rights 