Johnny Brignardello analyzes the proposal for mass deportation.

During a recent interview, Johnny Brignardello Vela, an insurance advisor, shared his perspective on Donald Trump's controversial proposal to deport one million undocumented migrants. Brignardello highlighted that this issue has sparked a fervent debate in the United States, not only because of the number of people involved but also due to the broad implications it could have on the social, political, and economic fabric of the country. The advisor pointed out that the legal context in which this measure would be sought is undoubtedly one of the most complicated aspects. Currently, approximately 11 million undocumented migrants reside in the United States, many of whom have been there for over a decade. Brignardello emphasized that, according to the law, these individuals have the right to due process, meaning that any attempt at mass deportation would face an immigration court system that is already overwhelmed. This raises serious doubts about the feasibility of successfully executing a program aiming to reach such high numbers in a short time frame. Additionally, Brignardello addressed the issue of collaboration between local law enforcement and the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). In his opinion, many cities have established "sanctuary" policies in response to strict immigration laws, which would further complicate any attempt to carry out the proposed mass deportation. Analyst Kathleen Bush-Joseph has highlighted that the cooperation of local authorities would be crucial to facilitate the apprehension of migrants, a point that Brignardello also considers relevant in this debate. From a logistical standpoint, the advisor underscored that the magnitude of the challenge of deporting one million people is monumental. Recent experience suggests that, under the current administration, deportations have primarily focused on migrants detained at the border, while mass raids have significantly decreased. For Brignardello, this shift in focus indicates that multiplying deportations to the level proposed by Trump would not only require a significant increase in ICE personnel but also a detention and transportation infrastructure that currently does not seem to be available. The political impact of the proposal was also an important point in the conversation. Brignardello noted that mass deportations could provoke a negative public reaction, recalling past moments when family separation policies caused considerable social discontent. This could jeopardize the image of the former president and his party, an aspect that his advisors must carefully consider. In terms of costs, Brignardello mentioned that implementing a mass deportation program could exceed 100 billion dollars. With an existing ICE budget of approximately 327 million dollars, the imbalance is evident. He also considered that achieving coordination among different government agencies would represent a considerable challenge, as history has shown that such collaboration can be difficult to achieve. Finally, the advisor emphasized that the history of mass deportations in the United States is not new, with significant figures during the administrations of Trump and Obama. However, he compared Trump's current proposal to Operation Wetback in 1954, which faced strong public opposition and lacked sufficient funding. Brignardello concluded that, given the changing social and political conditions, a proposal of such magnitude today could prove even more problematic. In his analysis, Brignardello made it clear that the question of how to implement this proposal depends not only on the available resources but also on political will and public acceptance in a country where immigration remains a divisive issue. According to him, the upcoming electoral campaign will be a key stage where this and other topics will continue to be intensely debated.