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What happened is that these members of Congress, including the mayor as well, and a mob of protesters, as there was a bus full of detainees going through the gate, they stormed the gate and actually entered the first security checkpoint. This put law enforcement at risk, and this actually put the detainees as well at risk.
What happened is that these members of Congress, including the mayor as well, and a mob of protesters, as there was a bus full of detainees going through the gate, they stormed the gate and actually entered the first security checkpoint. This put law enforcement at risk, and this actually put the detainees as well at risk.
If any official, including these members of Congress, want to enter the facility and take a tour, DHS is more than accommodating. But just because you're a member of Congress does not mean you can break the law, trespass, put law enforcement at risk, and storm the detention facility.
If any official, including these members of Congress, want to enter the facility and take a tour, DHS is more than accommodating. But just because you're a member of Congress does not mean you can break the law, trespass, put law enforcement at risk, and storm the detention facility.
There were multiple people arrested. And, Victor, I think that we should let viewers know there will likely be more arrests coming. We actually have body camera footage of some of these members of Congress assaulting our ICE enforcement officers, including body slamming a female ICE officer. So we will be showing that to viewers very shortly.
There were multiple people arrested. And, Victor, I think that we should let viewers know there will likely be more arrests coming. We actually have body camera footage of some of these members of Congress assaulting our ICE enforcement officers, including body slamming a female ICE officer. So we will be showing that to viewers very shortly.
That's correct, sir. It's disgusting.
That's correct, sir. It's disgusting.
This is an ongoing investigation, and that is definitely on the table.
This is an ongoing investigation, and that is definitely on the table.
There were multiple people arrested. And, Victor, I think that we should let viewers know there will likely be more arrests coming. We actually have body camera footage of some of these members of Congress assaulting our ICE enforcement officers, including body slamming a female ICE officer. So we will be showing that to viewers very shortly.
That's correct, sir. It's disgusting.
This is an ongoing investigation, and that is definitely on the table.
Charlie, what happened? The mayor had an opportunity to storm the gate and trespass, break the law, and assault law enforcement agents. I'm sure your viewers have seen the video, pushing, shoving, body slamming, body ramming, striking law enforcement agents. It's absolutely despicable, and they should be held accountable.
Charlie, what happened? The mayor had an opportunity to storm the gate and trespass, break the law, and assault law enforcement agents. I'm sure your viewers have seen the video, pushing, shoving, body slamming, body ramming, striking law enforcement agents. It's absolutely despicable, and they should be held accountable.
Just because you are a public official or a member of Congress does not mean you're above the law. I'm going to leave it to the DOJ to announce any arrests, but we do want these individuals held accountable.
Just because you are a public official or a member of Congress does not mean you're above the law. I'm going to leave it to the DOJ to announce any arrests, but we do want these individuals held accountable.
Absolutely, Charlie. One thing I should add about that Delaney Hall detention facility is who is in that detention facility. It is members of MS-13. It is child rapists, drug traffickers, murderers, known terrorists. Is this who AOC and these Democrats want to release from the facility to U.S. streets? And I think
Absolutely, Charlie. One thing I should add about that Delaney Hall detention facility is who is in that detention facility. It is members of MS-13. It is child rapists, drug traffickers, murderers, known terrorists. Is this who AOC and these Democrats want to release from the facility to U.S. streets? And I think
150,000 illegal immigrants who have been arrested and are on their way to be deported. About 130,000 who have been deported. We're focused on getting more bed space. But I think something that should be noticed is that our ICE enforcement agents have been hamstrung for the last four years. They've been vilified. They've been not allowed to do their jobs.
150,000 illegal immigrants who have been arrested and are on their way to be deported. About 130,000 who have been deported. We're focused on getting more bed space. But I think something that should be noticed is that our ICE enforcement agents have been hamstrung for the last four years. They've been vilified. They've been not allowed to do their jobs.
And finally, under President Trump and Secretary Ngo, they're... unleashed to actually do their jobs to get these violent criminal offenders off of our streets. So we expect to see our ICE enforcement numbers and arrests go up. But we also expect to see more large scale operations like you saw Operation Tidal Wave in Florida. That was over a thousand arrests.
And finally, under President Trump and Secretary Ngo, they're... unleashed to actually do their jobs to get these violent criminal offenders off of our streets. So we expect to see our ICE enforcement numbers and arrests go up. But we also expect to see more large scale operations like you saw Operation Tidal Wave in Florida. That was over a thousand arrests.
There's a large scale operation going on in Houston as we speak, as well as Massachusetts. So be on the lookout for those arrest numbers to go up.
There's a large scale operation going on in Houston as we speak, as well as Massachusetts. So be on the lookout for those arrest numbers to go up.
We knew when this administration started that we were going to be facing a massive amount of activist judges. We have seen a historic Non-Enemies Act, which has been put on pause by the Supreme Court. That's just one tool we have on our toolkit. So, I mean, I think that we have to look at every option on the table. And Stephen Miller, Secretary Noem, have done a great job of laying that out.
We knew when this administration started that we were going to be facing a massive amount of activist judges. We have seen a historic Non-Enemies Act, which has been put on pause by the Supreme Court. That's just one tool we have on our toolkit. So, I mean, I think that we have to look at every option on the table. And Stephen Miller, Secretary Noem, have done a great job of laying that out.
But we do, I think your audience should know, we do have deportation flights almost every single day. And we're going to continue to just get more butts in seats. But, of course, those activist judges, it's something that we have to work through.
But we do, I think your audience should know, we do have deportation flights almost every single day. And we're going to continue to just get more butts in seats. But, of course, those activist judges, it's something that we have to work through.
I'm not going to get too ahead of Secretary Noem. I think what President Trump and his team at OMB laid out is absolutely what we need to ensure that we continue to have the success on our border. The mainstream media does not want to talk about the fact that we virtually have operational control of the southern border. They don't want to talk about the fact that border crossings are down 95%.
I'm not going to get too ahead of Secretary Noem. I think what President Trump and his team at OMB laid out is absolutely what we need to ensure that we continue to have the success on our border. The mainstream media does not want to talk about the fact that we virtually have operational control of the southern border. They don't want to talk about the fact that border crossings are down 95%.
But we do need to get these arrest numbers up. I think we need... much more detention facility space, such as Delaney Hall that just opened in May. And we need more of those beds so that we can arrest people at an even faster pace and get them the heck out of this country.
But we do need to get these arrest numbers up. I think we need... much more detention facility space, such as Delaney Hall that just opened in May. And we need more of those beds so that we can arrest people at an even faster pace and get them the heck out of this country.
These are really people we should be proud of. They're on the front lines against cartel members, against Trend de Aragua, MS-13, these gangs that kill, rape, and maim Americans for sport. These people have been vilified for the last four years.
These are really people we should be proud of. They're on the front lines against cartel members, against Trend de Aragua, MS-13, these gangs that kill, rape, and maim Americans for sport. These people have been vilified for the last four years.
A lot of people watching will probably remember the Whipgate with the Border Patrol agents, where Secretary Mayorkas, their leader and boss, was claiming that they were whipping these migrants, which is anything but true. We see Secretary Noem, she's on the ground a lot with these agents, seeing how we can get arrest numbers up, how we can make our law enforcement safer and more successful.
A lot of people watching will probably remember the Whipgate with the Border Patrol agents, where Secretary Mayorkas, their leader and boss, was claiming that they were whipping these migrants, which is anything but true. We see Secretary Noem, she's on the ground a lot with these agents, seeing how we can get arrest numbers up, how we can make our law enforcement safer and more successful.
I mean, in their everyday thanking her, we've actually seen a historic number of applications to be a Border Patrol agent. That's kind of an untold story that we need to share better with the American people. But as well, we're seeing higher applications for ICE as well. And those are bodies we need.
I mean, in their everyday thanking her, we've actually seen a historic number of applications to be a Border Patrol agent. That's kind of an untold story that we need to share better with the American people. But as well, we're seeing higher applications for ICE as well. And those are bodies we need.
We need patriots out there who want to arrest these vicious criminals and deliver on the mandate that President Trump was given on November 5th, 2024, which is to make our homeland safe and get illegal immigrants out of this country.
We need patriots out there who want to arrest these vicious criminals and deliver on the mandate that President Trump was given on November 5th, 2024, which is to make our homeland safe and get illegal immigrants out of this country.
The fact that President Trump designated MS-13, Tren de Aragua, and these other vicious gangs as terrorist organizations has been very helpful because it's given us different tools to arrest them and make sure that our lodges are respected by the city. But we are working with the Department of Justice, with Attorney General Pam Bondi, to make sure that
The fact that President Trump designated MS-13, Tren de Aragua, and these other vicious gangs as terrorist organizations has been very helpful because it's given us different tools to arrest them and make sure that our lodges are respected by the city. But we are working with the Department of Justice, with Attorney General Pam Bondi, to make sure that
We use every mechanism possible to get these vicious criminals out because what we've seen is a number of these very illegal aliens. They're starting to flock to these sanctuary cities, knowing that they won't pay for their crimes, knowing that they won't pay for what they've done. And so it's becoming a safe haven for these child rapists, for these pedophiles, for these drug traffickers.
We use every mechanism possible to get these vicious criminals out because what we've seen is a number of these very illegal aliens. They're starting to flock to these sanctuary cities, knowing that they won't pay for their crimes, knowing that they won't pay for what they've done. And so it's becoming a safe haven for these child rapists, for these pedophiles, for these drug traffickers.
And we got to get them out. And we're using every legal and operational method that we can.
And we got to get them out. And we're using every legal and operational method that we can.
Now, I think if you see an ICE agent, if you see a Border Patrol agent, thank them, because they've been vilified for the last four years. Recruitment numbers have just sunk. The morale of DHS has been horrendous. But Secretary Noem and President Trump have made this a priority to make our homeland safe. These enforcement agents are the tip of the sphere. So please thank them and
Now, I think if you see an ICE agent, if you see a Border Patrol agent, thank them, because they've been vilified for the last four years. Recruitment numbers have just sunk. The morale of DHS has been horrendous. But Secretary Noem and President Trump have made this a priority to make our homeland safe. These enforcement agents are the tip of the sphere. So please thank them and
They are working day in and day out, putting themselves on the line to make these streets safe again and make America safe again.
They are working day in and day out, putting themselves on the line to make these streets safe again and make America safe again.
Thank you, Charlie.
Thank you, Charlie.
She's not fighting for American victims. And I'd like to lay out the facts. The fact that it was these three members of Congress who trespassed, broke the law and stormed that ICE detention facility. They put law enforcement at risk. They put our detainees at risk and they put our staff at risk. Had they asked,
She's not fighting for American victims. And I'd like to lay out the facts. The fact that it was these three members of Congress who trespassed, broke the law and stormed that ICE detention facility. They put law enforcement at risk. They put our detainees at risk and they put our staff at risk. Had they asked,
For a tour, we would have happily facilitated one for them, but there was absolutely no notice. And the fact that they put hands, they body slammed, body rammed, push, shove, whatever you want to call it. It was assault on our ice agents and it's unacceptable.
For a tour, we would have happily facilitated one for them, but there was absolutely no notice. And the fact that they put hands, they body slammed, body rammed, push, shove, whatever you want to call it. It was assault on our ice agents and it's unacceptable.
She's not fighting for American victims. And I'd like to lay out the facts. The fact that it was these three members of Congress who trespassed, broke the law and stormed that ICE detention facility. They put law enforcement at risk. They put our detainees at risk and they put our staff at risk. Had they asked for a tour, we would have happily facilitated one for them.
She's not fighting for American victims. And I'd like to lay out the facts. The fact that it was these three members of Congress who trespassed, broke the law and stormed that ICE detention facility. They put law enforcement at risk. They put our detainees at risk and they put our staff at risk. Had they asked for a tour, we would have happily facilitated one for them.
But there was absolutely no notice. And the fact that they put hands, they body slammed, body rammed, push, shove, whatever you want to call it. It was assault on our ICE agents and it's unacceptable.
But there was absolutely no notice. And the fact that they put hands, they body slammed, body rammed, push, shove, whatever you want to call it. It was assault on our ICE agents and it's unacceptable.
She's not fighting for American victims. And I'd like to lay out the facts. The fact that it was these three members of Congress who trespassed, broke the law and stormed that ICE detention facility. They put law enforcement at risk. They put our detainees at risk and they put our staff at risk. Had they asked,
For a tour, we would have happily facilitated one for them, but there was absolutely no notice. And the fact that they put hands, they body slammed, body rammed, push, shove, whatever you want to call it. It was assault on our ice agents and it's unacceptable.
She's not fighting for American victims. And I'd like to lay out the facts. The fact that it was these three members of Congress who trespassed, broke the law and stormed that ICE detention facility. They put law enforcement at risk. They put our detainees at risk and they put our staff at risk. Had they asked for a tour, we would have happily facilitated one for them.
But there was absolutely no notice. And the fact that they put hands, they body slammed, body rammed, push, shove, whatever you want to call it. It was assault on our ICE agents and it's unacceptable.
Vince, thanks for having me.
Vince, thanks for having me.
Absolutely. We almost have full operational control of the border. That's in just about 100 days under President Trump and Secretary Noem. We got about 95% border crossings down. And Vince, what does that mean for the American people? Not only does it mean that we don't have masses of illegal immigrants trying to flow into our country, but it also means that our border patrol is
Absolutely. We almost have full operational control of the border. That's in just about 100 days under President Trump and Secretary Noem. We got about 95% border crossings down. And Vince, what does that mean for the American people? Not only does it mean that we don't have masses of illegal immigrants trying to flow into our country, but it also means that our border patrol is
has more resources and they weren't stuck at these processing center processing people and instead they're actually able to go out go after the bad guys go after the drug traffickers drug mules human traffickers and cartels that are trying to infiltrate our country
has more resources and they weren't stuck at these processing center processing people and instead they're actually able to go out go after the bad guys go after the drug traffickers drug mules human traffickers and cartels that are trying to infiltrate our country
Yes, gotaways have absolutely plummeted. I think that the world is just really hearing the message of President Trump and Secretary Nome that you need to stay out. And if you don't, we will find you, we will arrest you, and we will deport you.
Yes, gotaways have absolutely plummeted. I think that the world is just really hearing the message of President Trump and Secretary Nome that you need to stay out. And if you don't, we will find you, we will arrest you, and we will deport you.
Yeah, Vince, just to set the scene here, we've made about 150,000 arrests since January 20th, and we need more bed space. And unfortunately, we reopened Detainee Detention Hall, and that's where this scene really went down. We've seen multiple protests here, but I think the American people should know who actually is detained in this detention facility. It's MS-13 gang members.
Yeah, Vince, just to set the scene here, we've made about 150,000 arrests since January 20th, and we need more bed space. And unfortunately, we reopened Detainee Detention Hall, and that's where this scene really went down. We've seen multiple protests here, but I think the American people should know who actually is detained in this detention facility. It's MS-13 gang members.
It's known terrorists. It's rapists, murderers, child abusers. These are the worst of the worst that are being held in this detention facility.
It's known terrorists. It's rapists, murderers, child abusers. These are the worst of the worst that are being held in this detention facility.
And yet there have been multiple protesters, including Friday, really things got out of hand as multiple members of Congress and the mayor stormed the detention facility gate and actually got to the first security checkpoint, breaking the law, but also trespassing. So there was an arrest by the mayor.
And yet there have been multiple protesters, including Friday, really things got out of hand as multiple members of Congress and the mayor stormed the detention facility gate and actually got to the first security checkpoint, breaking the law, but also trespassing. So there was an arrest by the mayor.
And then those members of Congress, we've also revealed body cam video of them body ramming, body slamming, striking law enforcement officers, pushing, shoving. It's really unacceptable behavior for members of Congress, but to anyone who is assaulting a law enforcement officer.
And then those members of Congress, we've also revealed body cam video of them body ramming, body slamming, striking law enforcement officers, pushing, shoving. It's really unacceptable behavior for members of Congress, but to anyone who is assaulting a law enforcement officer.
Everything is still on the table, Vince. I'm going to leave it to the Department of Justice to make any announcements there, but we take the safety of our law enforcement incredibly seriously. If any civilian had attacked a law enforcement officer or stormed a detention facility, they would be facing justice.
Everything is still on the table, Vince. I'm going to leave it to the Department of Justice to make any announcements there, but we take the safety of our law enforcement incredibly seriously. If any civilian had attacked a law enforcement officer or stormed a detention facility, they would be facing justice.
Vince, I'm not sure if you saw this either, but there was an ambulance that was trying to get into the facility because somebody was suffering a medical issue. And that ambulance could not actually enter the facility to get that person the help that they need. And I would love to ask these protesters, Who do you want out of this detention facility?
Vince, I'm not sure if you saw this either, but there was an ambulance that was trying to get into the facility because somebody was suffering a medical issue. And that ambulance could not actually enter the facility to get that person the help that they need. And I would love to ask these protesters, Who do you want out of this detention facility?
Is it the MS-13 gang members, the child rapists, the murderers? Or what heinous actor do you want out of here? Because President Trump and Secretary Noem are trying to lock these heinous actors up who are terrorizing American communities. And why do you want them out back onto American streets to hurt Americans?
Is it the MS-13 gang members, the child rapists, the murderers? Or what heinous actor do you want out of here? Because President Trump and Secretary Noem are trying to lock these heinous actors up who are terrorizing American communities. And why do you want them out back onto American streets to hurt Americans?
Yeah, about 75 percent are convicted criminals.
Yeah, about 75 percent are convicted criminals.
We've actually gone even farther. Just last week, we announced a new program where these illegal aliens, they are not only offered free flights to leave the country, but also a $1,000 stipend to restart their life in their country of origin. So we are really giving the incentive for them to leave now.
We've actually gone even farther. Just last week, we announced a new program where these illegal aliens, they are not only offered free flights to leave the country, but also a $1,000 stipend to restart their life in their country of origin. So we are really giving the incentive for them to leave now.
And that's going to save American taxpayers about 70% because in arrest and deportation per person, per illegal immigrant, costs about $17,000 versus through this program, it would be about $4,500 per illegal alien. But the alternative for these illegal aliens, if they don't take that $1,000, take that free flight and self-deport. Now, the alternative is they will be fined $1,000 a day.
And that's going to save American taxpayers about 70% because in arrest and deportation per person, per illegal immigrant, costs about $17,000 versus through this program, it would be about $4,500 per illegal alien. But the alternative for these illegal aliens, if they don't take that $1,000, take that free flight and self-deport. Now, the alternative is they will be fined $1,000 a day.
They will be found, they will be arrested, they will be deported, and they will never be allowed to return to the United States. So we are hoping to see these self-deportation numbers go up, but right now we're in about the thousands.
They will be found, they will be arrested, they will be deported, and they will never be allowed to return to the United States. So we are hoping to see these self-deportation numbers go up, but right now we're in about the thousands.
A few weeks ago, you saw Operation Tidal Wave out of Florida where we were deputizing state and local law enforcement to make these immigration arrests. And we're going to continue to do that around the country. You're seeing that right now in Massachusetts and in Houston. You're going to see that more widespread. So I think that those are just a preview of what's to come.
A few weeks ago, you saw Operation Tidal Wave out of Florida where we were deputizing state and local law enforcement to make these immigration arrests. And we're going to continue to do that around the country. You're seeing that right now in Massachusetts and in Houston. You're going to see that more widespread. So I think that those are just a preview of what's to come.
So really, the safest option, not just for our law enforcement, but also for these illegal aliens, is to leave now. Take advantage of the United States taxpayer generosity and get out of here so you have the possibility to return the legal right way and maybe come back and live the American dream.
So really, the safest option, not just for our law enforcement, but also for these illegal aliens, is to leave now. Take advantage of the United States taxpayer generosity and get out of here so you have the possibility to return the legal right way and maybe come back and live the American dream.
They have hamstrung ICE officers, I will absolutely say that, but we're working hand in glove with the Attorney General, Pam Bondi, to see what repercussions can be made. These sanctuary cities have become a safe haven for these very vicious gangs like MS-13, like Trend de Aragua, that maim, rape, and kill Americans for sport.
They have hamstrung ICE officers, I will absolutely say that, but we're working hand in glove with the Attorney General, Pam Bondi, to see what repercussions can be made. These sanctuary cities have become a safe haven for these very vicious gangs like MS-13, like Trend de Aragua, that maim, rape, and kill Americans for sport.
Child pedophiles, we're noticing that from these cities, they're just flocking there, and we need a way to get them out And we need these detention facilities to actually abide by our lodging. So once they are released, they're not going back into the American communities. We can actually deport them and get them the heck out of this country.
Child pedophiles, we're noticing that from these cities, they're just flocking there, and we need a way to get them out And we need these detention facilities to actually abide by our lodging. So once they are released, they're not going back into the American communities. We can actually deport them and get them the heck out of this country.
Yeah, absolutely. Guantanamo Bay, we have a couple hundred detainees there, hardened criminals. We'll continue those flights. And there will be more flights to Seacott, to that Center for Terrorism in El Salvador. Mostly those are Title VIII authorities. As you know, those Alien Enemies Act has been paused for now, but... The American people should know that we're not resting on our laurels.
Yeah, absolutely. Guantanamo Bay, we have a couple hundred detainees there, hardened criminals. We'll continue those flights. And there will be more flights to Seacott, to that Center for Terrorism in El Salvador. Mostly those are Title VIII authorities. As you know, those Alien Enemies Act has been paused for now, but... The American people should know that we're not resting on our laurels.
We're not depending just on the Alien Enemies Act. We have deportation flights going every single day, and we're not going to let activist judges and this historic number of injunctions stop us from delivering on the mandate that they gave President Trump to secure our border and secure our homeland.
We're not depending just on the Alien Enemies Act. We have deportation flights going every single day, and we're not going to let activist judges and this historic number of injunctions stop us from delivering on the mandate that they gave President Trump to secure our border and secure our homeland.
We've seen the seizure of fentanyl up 54 percent. And our U.S. Coast Guard has really been unleashed to really help and seize those deadly drugs before they get onto American soil. That is a top priority for Secretary Noem, for President Trump. And we know, I mean, all of us come from different communities that are impacted by this deadly drug ravaging communities.
We've seen the seizure of fentanyl up 54 percent. And our U.S. Coast Guard has really been unleashed to really help and seize those deadly drugs before they get onto American soil. That is a top priority for Secretary Noem, for President Trump. And we know, I mean, all of us come from different communities that are impacted by this deadly drug ravaging communities.
And we are dedicated to stopping this. 100,000 Americans die every single year. It is part of what this invasion of our country has done.
And we are dedicated to stopping this. 100,000 Americans die every single year. It is part of what this invasion of our country has done.
Thanks for having me, Vince.
Thanks for having me, Vince.
Vince, thanks for having me.
Absolutely. We almost have full operational control of the border. That's in just about 100 days under President Trump and Secretary Noem. We got about 95% border crossings down. And Vince, what does that mean for the American people? Not only does it mean that we don't have masses of illegal immigrants trying to flow into our country, but it also means that our border patrol is
has more resources and they weren't stuck at these processing center processing people and instead they're actually able to go out go after the bad guys go after the drug traffickers drug mules human traffickers and cartels that are trying to infiltrate our country
Yes, gotaways have absolutely plummeted. I think that the world is just really hearing the message of President Trump and Secretary Nome that you need to stay out. And if you don't, we will find you, we will arrest you, and we will deport you.
Yeah, Vince, just to set the scene here, we've made about 150,000 arrests since January 20th, and we need more bed space. And unfortunately, we reopened Detainee Detention Hall, and that's where this scene really went down. We've seen multiple protests here, but I think the American people should know who actually is detained in this detention facility. It's MS-13 gang members.
It's known terrorists. It's rapists, murderers, child abusers. These are the worst of the worst that are being held in this detention facility.
And yet there have been multiple protesters, including Friday, really things got out of hand as multiple members of Congress and the mayor stormed the detention facility gate and actually got to the first security checkpoint, breaking the law, but also trespassing. So there was an arrest by the mayor.
And then those members of Congress, we've also revealed body cam video of them body ramming, body slamming, striking law enforcement officers, pushing, shoving. It's really unacceptable behavior for members of Congress, but to anyone who is assaulting a law enforcement officer.
Everything is still on the table, Vince. I'm going to leave it to the Department of Justice to make any announcements there, but we take the safety of our law enforcement incredibly seriously. If any civilian had attacked a law enforcement officer or stormed a detention facility, they would be facing justice.
Vince, I'm not sure if you saw this either, but there was an ambulance that was trying to get into the facility because somebody was suffering a medical issue. And that ambulance could not actually enter the facility to get that person the help that they need. And I would love to ask these protesters, Who do you want out of this detention facility?
Is it the MS-13 gang members, the child rapists, the murderers? Or what heinous actor do you want out of here? Because President Trump and Secretary Noem are trying to lock these heinous actors up who are terrorizing American communities. And why do you want them out back onto American streets to hurt Americans?
Yeah, about 75 percent are convicted criminals.
We've actually gone even farther. Just last week, we announced a new program where these illegal aliens, they are not only offered free flights to leave the country, but also a $1,000 stipend to restart their life in their country of origin. So we are really giving the incentive for them to leave now.
And that's going to save American taxpayers about 70% because in arrest and deportation per person, per illegal immigrant, costs about $17,000 versus through this program, it would be about $4,500 per illegal alien. But the alternative for these illegal aliens, if they don't take that $1,000, take that free flight and self-deport. Now, the alternative is they will be fined $1,000 a day.
They will be found, they will be arrested, they will be deported, and they will never be allowed to return to the United States. So we are hoping to see these self-deportation numbers go up, but right now we're in about the thousands.
A few weeks ago, you saw Operation Tidal Wave out of Florida where we were deputizing state and local law enforcement to make these immigration arrests. And we're going to continue to do that around the country. You're seeing that right now in Massachusetts and in Houston. You're going to see that more widespread. So I think that those are just a preview of what's to come.
So really, the safest option, not just for our law enforcement, but also for these illegal aliens, is to leave now. Take advantage of the United States taxpayer generosity and get out of here so you have the possibility to return the legal right way and maybe come back and live the American dream.
They have hamstrung ICE officers, I will absolutely say that, but we're working hand in glove with the Attorney General, Pam Bondi, to see what repercussions can be made. These sanctuary cities have become a safe haven for these very vicious gangs like MS-13, like Trend de Aragua, that maim, rape, and kill Americans for sport.
Child pedophiles, we're noticing that from these cities, they're just flocking there, and we need a way to get them out And we need these detention facilities to actually abide by our lodging. So once they are released, they're not going back into the American communities. We can actually deport them and get them the heck out of this country.
Yeah, absolutely. Guantanamo Bay, we have a couple hundred detainees there, hardened criminals. We'll continue those flights. And there will be more flights to Seacott, to that Center for Terrorism in El Salvador. Mostly those are Title VIII authorities. As you know, those Alien Enemies Act has been paused for now, but... The American people should know that we're not resting on our laurels.
We're not depending just on the Alien Enemies Act. We have deportation flights going every single day, and we're not going to let activist judges and this historic number of injunctions stop us from delivering on the mandate that they gave President Trump to secure our border and secure our homeland.
We've seen the seizure of fentanyl up 54 percent. And our U.S. Coast Guard has really been unleashed to really help and seize those deadly drugs before they get onto American soil. That is a top priority for Secretary Noem, for President Trump. And we know, I mean, all of us come from different communities that are impacted by this deadly drug ravaging communities.
And we are dedicated to stopping this. 100,000 Americans die every single year. It is part of what this invasion of our country has done.
Thanks for having me, Vince.