Most Americans support deporting migrants with criminal records
A sweeping majority of Americans are rallying behind the Trump administration's push to deport undocumented migrants with criminal records, according to a fresh poll that cuts through the usual partisan noise. This isn't just a fringe opinion; it's a resounding signal of public will.
According to Breitbart, the Harvard-Harris survey shows a striking 75 percent of respondents endorsing the policy, up slightly from 74 percent in June. Even more telling, this support spans the political divide, with 93 percent of Republicans, 70 percent of independents, and 59 percent of Democrats on board.
Contrast that with the 25 percent who oppose the move, and it's clear the naysayers are a distinct minority. One has to wonder if that quarter of the population grasps the gravity of allowing convicted offenders to remain unchecked within our borders.
Border Security Gains Traction Too
Shifting focus to the southern border, the same survey reveals 60 percent of Americans approve of Trump's actions to tighten control there. While Republicans and independents largely back this at 89 percent and 55 percent, respectively, a majority of Democrats, 66 percent, stand opposed.
That Democratic pushback raises eyebrows when you consider the hard data showing zero undocumented migrants released into the U.S. interior during May and June under Trump's policies. How does one argue against results that tangibly reduce unchecked entry?
Customs and Border Protection stats for June paint a picture of historic lows: just 25,228 total encounters nationwide, with Border Patrol apprehensions at a mere 8,024. On June 28, a single day recorded only 136 apprehensions, the lowest in agency history.
Numbers Tell a Stark Story
These figures aren't just bureaucratic trivia; they reflect a border policy yielding unprecedented control, with southwest border apprehensions at 6,072, a 15 percent drop from the prior record. Zero parole releases in June, compared to over 27,000 the year before, signal a dramatic shift.
Yet, critics might cling to ideological talking points over these concrete outcomes. Surely, securing a border shouldn't be a partisan football but a shared priority for national safety.
Look deeper, and the profile of those apprehended adds urgency to the debate, as most arrested undocumented migrants are either convicted criminals or face pending charges. This isn't about abstract policy; it's about real risks on American soil.
Hidden Dangers in 'Non-Criminal' Labels
The Department of Homeland Security has flagged a troubling sleight of hand in how some undocumented migrants are classified as 'non-criminals,' despite being tied to terrorism, human rights abuses, or gang activity. Their lack of a U.S. rap sheet doesn't erase the threat they pose.
DHS minced no words, calling this labeling 'deceptive' and a disservice to the American public. When even the government's own watchdogs cry foul, shouldn't that jolt us into demanding clearer accountability?
This survey, conducted July 6-8 with a tight margin of error at plus or minus 2.2 percent, isn't some fly-by-night poll but a credible gauge of public sentiment. It lays bare a consensus that transcends party lines on at least one front: criminals shouldn't get a free pass to stay.
A Call for Common Sense
As the Trump administration presses forward, the public's backing for deporting criminal undocumented migrants stands as a mandate for action over endless debate. It's a rare moment where most Americans, regardless of political stripe, align on a principle of basic security.
Border closures and historic low apprehension numbers further bolster the case that these policies aren't just rhetoric but results. Opponents might disagree on the broader immigration puzzle, yet on this specific issue, the majority's voice rings loud and clear.
Ultimately, this isn't about ideology but about safeguarding communities from known threats. If 75 percent of the nation can agree on that, perhaps it's time for the remaining quarter to reconsider what 'compassion' truly means in the face of crime.




