Border czar Tom Homan isn’t backing down. On Monday night, he stood firm about the Trump administration’s ICE raids. When asked about Selena Gomez’s emotional Instagram post, Homan said the administration has “no apologies.”
Selena Gomez’s emotional plea
Gomez’s video quickly went viral. In it, she sobbed over the raids targeting illegal migrants. “All my people are getting attacked, the children. I don’t understand. I’m so sorry, I wish I could do something, but I can’t. I don’t know what to do. I’ll try everything, I promise,” Gomez said, visibly emotional.
Backlash and deleted video
The backlash was swift. Critics slammed Gomez for being out of touch. She deleted the video soon after. In her Instagram story, she wrote, “Apparently it’s not ok to show empathy for people.”
Homan, however, dismissed her concerns. Speaking on Fox News, he denied the alleged attacks Gomez mentioned. “If they don’t like it, then go to Congress and change the law. We’re going to do this operation without apology,” he declared.
Focus on criminal histories
The raids, according to Homan, focus on illegal migrants with criminal histories. He insisted, “We’re gonna make our community safer. It is all for the good of this nation. And we’re gonna keep going. No apologies. We’re moving forward.”
Weekend arrest numbers
Homan also claimed that no families have been arrested so far. Over the weekend, ICE made hundreds of arrests. On Saturday alone, 286 people were detained. By Sunday, the number rose to 956. The raids are relentless, with Homan promising daily arrests. This could lead to millions of deportations.
Legal challenges emerge
The rapid crackdown has sparked legal challenges. Some groups, including the Quakers, are fighting back. They argue that raids in places of worship violate constitutional rights. Lawsuits are already in motion.
The debate continues
Despite the controversies, Homan remains steadfast. The administration’s mission, he says, is clear. “We’re doing what’s right for this country,” he reiterated.
Meanwhile, Selena Gomez’s brief outcry has fueled public debate. Her emotional plea may have been silenced, but the conversation rages on. ICE raids continue, and the nation watches closely.
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