The President of the United States, Donald Trump, expressed this Tuesday his intention to deport recidivist American criminals to prisons abroad if the legislation allows it.
During a statement at the White House, the president affirmed that there are countries willing to accept these criminals in exchange for a fee, which would represent a saving for the U.S. prison system.
“They are horrible people. You see them pushing people onto the subway tracks just as the train approaches. Last week, a man who was walking simply saw someone waiting for the train, which was coming at 40 miles per hour, and pushed him onto the tracks. This happens all the time. These are sick individuals,” he noted.
Trump emphasized that transferring these criminals to prisons in other countries would be a more economical alternative and simultaneously a deterrent against crime.
“If we could send them out of our country, there are other nations that would accept them. It’s not different from a prison system; it would just be much less expensive and would serve as a significant deterrent. Sending them to other countries,” he emphasized.
Trump’s proposal becomes relevant following the recent suggestion by the President of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, who proposed housing dangerous criminals, including U.S. citizens, in the CECOT mega prison.
When asked if he would pay El Salvador for receiving these inmates, Trump responded:
“It’s a lot, but it’s a very small fee compared to what we pay to private prisons. A very, very small fee. I don’t know. We’ll have to find out legally. I’m just saying that if we had the legal right to do it, I would do it without a second thought. I don’t know if we can or not. We’re analyzing it right now.”
The president insisted that removing these criminals from the country would significantly contribute to reducing violence in the United States
“If we could get rid of these animals and send them to another country under the supervision of someone who would charge a relatively low fee to take care of them, because, you know what? They are criminals. They are called dangerous criminals. They’ve been in jail 40 times. There’s one who has been arrested 42 times. And every time he gets out, he commits another crime in less than 24 hours.”
Trump also criticized the American judicial system, claiming that it is harsher on figures like himself than on dangerous criminals, and reiterated that the deportation of repeat offenders would automatically reduce crime in the country.
Trump on the use of the Guantanamo Naval Base for dangerous criminals
Hours before the first deportations of convicted individuals to the Guantanamo Naval Base took place, the President of the United States emphasized to the press on Tuesday that the facility has “plenty of room to accommodate many people,” which could make it a viable alternative to strengthen national security.
“Yes, there is plenty of space to accommodate many people. And yes, we are going to use it. It’s already operational. We have it at no cost, but we could make it even safer and less expensive.”
The president also stated that other countries have expressed interest in accepting American criminals and taking charge of their incarceration in exchange for a fee.
However, he emphasized that only the most dangerous criminals would be sent to Guantánamo or to foreign prisons.
Trump reiterated that his plan would include both dangerous criminals and undocumented immigrants who have committed serious crimes in the U.S., although he clarified that any measures would depend on current legislation.
Frequently Asked Questions about Trump’s Proposal to Send Criminals to Foreign Prisons
What is Trump’s proposal to send criminals to foreign prisons?
Trump proposes deporting repeat American criminals to prisons abroad if legislation allows it. The idea is for other countries, such as El Salvador, to house these offenders in exchange for a fee, which could represent a cost-saving measure for the U.S. prison system.
Which countries have shown interest in accepting American criminals?
El Salvador, under the leadership of Nayib Bukele, has offered to host dangerous criminals, including American citizens, in its mega prison CECOT. Other countries have also expressed interest in accepting American criminals, but it has not been specified which countries these would be, nor have any additional agreements been finalized.
What benefits does the United States seek with this proposal for overseas imprisonment?
Trump argues that sending criminals to foreign prisons would be more economical and would serve as a deterrent to crime in the United States. Additionally, it is expected to contribute to a significant reduction in violence in the country.
What legal obstacles does Trump’s proposal face?
The implementation of this proposal depends on the current legislation in the United States. Trump has mentioned that the legal viability of sending American citizens to serve sentences in foreign prisons is being evaluated, and that legal authority is needed to proceed with this plan.
What role does the Guantanamo Naval Base play in this deportation strategy?
Trump has indicated that the Guantánamo Naval Base could be used to house dangerous criminals. Guantánamo has “plenty of space to accommodate many people”, and it is operational as a viable alternative for enhancing national security, although only the most dangerous offenders would be sent there.
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