Staff Reports
Under President Trump’s renewed commitment to enforce the nation’s immigration laws, the Department of Homeland Security reports that nearly 1.6 million illegal immigrants have packed their bags and left the country since his inauguration in January. This sweeping movement—driven largely by self-deportation—signals that the message of restored law and order has finally hit home for those who thought America’s borders were just a suggestion. It’s a victory that resonates deeply for those who believe that respecting our laws is foundational to the nation’s success.
For years, Democrats and open-border advocates pushed reckless policies, often making American citizens feel like second-class citizens in their own country. But the overwhelming departure of illegal immigrants highlights the stark difference made by Trump’s leadership. With clear consequences and ramped-up enforcement, migrants themselves are deciding that it’s no longer worth the risk to stay. The result? More jobs and opportunities for American workers. Finally, the government is focused on American interests instead of bending over backward to accommodate lawbreakers.
.@RealTomHoman: We have 400K+ deportations and ~1.6 million illegals have left on their own since President Trump took office.
"We're tripling the size of the workforce. We're adding more detention beds, we're adding more flights… so the numbers are going to explode." pic.twitter.com/wTwBXMCRCZ
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) September 22, 2025
Of course, the usual chorus of liberal outrage has ensued, with critics painting self-deportation as “cruel” or “heartless.” But reality tells a different story—each departure opens doors for citizens who follow the law and seek a better way of life for themselves and their families. For too long, politicians on the left have treated America like the world’s doormat, while law-abiding Americans carried the burden. Trump’s policies serve as a powerful reminder that national sovereignty isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a core principle for a strong country.
As globalists and open-borders activists scramble to explain away the mass exodus, the real lesson is clear: strong borders mean a safer, more prosperous America. Data shows that migrants are becoming convinced it’s impossible to enter or remain in the U.S. under Trump’s watch, a stark departure from the lawlessness encouraged by previous administrations. Rather than fueling endless controversy, leaders should be celebrating the restoration of order that protects communities and fortifies the American workforce.
This is the America that millions voted for—a country where laws matter, and those who flout them face real consequences. The left can gnash their teeth and cry “cruelty” all they want, but facts speak louder than feelings. The real question now is whether the nation will continue down this path of renewed pride and order or let the failed ideologies of the past sell out our future. The choice couldn’t be clearer.
