Staff Reports
Reports surfaced recently about the arrival of members from the notorious Tren de Aragua gang in El Salvador, mere hours after President Trump leveraged the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to expedite the deportation of these undesirables. This is a classic move that should put a smile on the face of any conservative concerned about border security and crime. The detainees are now housed in El Salvador’s super-max prison, where they will face stiff punishment—though the U.S. will be footing the bill. Anytime the federal government can get a foreign nation to take care of our problems for a small fee, it’s a win.
The Tren de Aragua gang is the crème de la crème of troublemaking, involved in everything from human trafficking to organized retail theft. With ties to Venezuela’s tyrant, Nicolás Maduro, this group has infiltrated security agencies in its home country, creating a public safety nightmare. Just look at Aurora, Colorado, where gang members took over an entire apartment complex, wielding power over fearful residents. Thankfully, Trump recognized the urgency of the situation and took action.
Under Trump’s directive, the gang was designated a foreign terrorist organization, and the order was given for the Departments of Homeland Security and Justice to act swiftly. Anyone 14 or older who is connected to this gang can be swiftly apprehended and deported, dodging the usual bureaucratic hoops. This is a return to common sense in a world where our immigration laws have often turned into a complex maze that favors criminals over law-abiding citizens.
Of course, not everyone is onboard with this pragmatic approach. An Obama-appointed judge decided to put a 14-day hold on Trump’s plans, showcasing how out of touch the judicial branch can be. This judge even went so far as to order planes in transit to turn around—talk about a power move, and not in a good way! It raises the question: why would a judge protect gang members instead of the American people? Some might say it has something to do with preserving the status quo, but that’s just speculation.
DEPORT THEM ALL: Trump Deports Venezuelan Gang Members To El Salvador Despite Federal Judge’s Ruling. The activist judge’s ruling seemingly had no effect on the administration’s deportation plans.https://t.co/6ARbNamkCA #DiamondandSilk
— Diamond and Silk® (@DiamondandSilk) March 16, 2025
Despite the legal obstacles, over 200 members of the Tren de Aragua gang, alongside senior MS-13 figures, landed in El Salvador. President Nayib Bukele made it crystal clear that the U.S. is helping pay for their incarceration in his super-max prison, the Centro de Confinamiento del Terrorismo (CECOT). This facility is not just a jail; it’s a testament to effective leadership that put El Salvador on the map as one of the safest nations in the Western Hemisphere. Crime was rampant in El Salvador not long ago, and this prison is now the gold standard for taking back control from criminals.
Bukele’s administration has gained a reputation for decisively handling gang crime and ensuring that newly arrived felons learn a trade instead of living high on the hog. The cooperation between the United States and El Salvador should give hope to any American tired of rising crime rates. It’s not just about deportations; it’s about ensuring that even the worst of the worst face justice. In a witty twist, Bukele responded to the judicial standoff by noting it was too late for the gang members, clearly taking a shot at the activist judges trying to interfere.
With support from officials like Marco Rubio, the administration remains resolute in its mission, working with allies like Bukele who share the vision of a safer future. The message is loud and clear: America is no longer the playground for foreign criminals, and anyone who thinks they can exploit the system will quickly find that the rules have changed.
