A recent analysis estimates that implementing Donald Trump’s mass deportation campaign could cost the federal government as much as $88 billion per year. Trump has promised the largest deportation operation in US history, targeting roughly 11 million people without legal status. The cost would primarily go towards building detention camps, hiring more law enforcement officers, and immigration judges. The analysis also highlights the impact on the economy, including a 4.2 to 6.8% reduction in GDP and a significant decrease in tax revenues if such a campaign were to be implemented. Concerns are raised about the practicality and feasibility of carrying out such a large-scale operation.
In other news, a CNN poll found that following the vice-presidential debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance, registered voters were split on who they believed won the debate. Younger voters tended to favor Walz, while Vance performed better with older voters. Meanwhile, a snap poll conducted by Politico/Focaldata indicated that voters were divided on the debate’s winner, with independent voters showing a preference for Walz. The US administration is under pressure to resolve a strike by the International Longshoremen’s Association union, which is causing disruptions at ports across the country. Additionally, Iran’s missile attack on Israel has been called a significant escalation, prompting discussions on an appropriate response.
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