A detailed analysis by the Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) sought to detail the immigration policies of Donald Trump and his team with the indication of the possible priorities of his second presidential term. It highlights a series of executive actions and strategic appointments that reinforce the former president's commitment to a tough approach to immigration. Among the main points presented in the text are the "immediate executive actions", which Donald Trump plans to implement on his first day in office, such as strict measures against immigration, including expanding the power of immigration agents to arrest individuals without criminal records; the deployment of military personnel to the U.S.-Mexico border, and the resumption of construction of the border wall. These measures indicate an escalation from the policies of his first term, with a greater emphasis on a militarized approach.

Another factor is its organized team with strategic appointments. Trump's possible choices reveal the orientation to key positions, reinforcing the seriousness with which he intends to approach the issue. One member of his team could be Tom Homan, known as the "border czar." With a long career in immigration and known for his tough stance, Homan will have sweeping authority over family and mass deportations and is a central figure in implementing Trump's agenda.

In addition to Homan, Stephen Miller appears as the nominee for deputy chief of staff for immigration policy. Miller, a close ally of Trump, is known for his aggressive and detail-oriented approach to creating legal barriers to immigration. He plans to use the army and little-known laws to deport migrants on a massive scale.

Finally, Kristi Noem is the name that appears for the role of secretary of homeland security. Although unexpected, her appointment reflects Republican governors' support for immigration repression, especially in border states.

With his stated goal of mass deportation of immigrants, Trump has promised to carry out the "largest deportation operation in American history." According to the publication, indications on the subject include the expulsion of up to one million people in the first 100 days, the intensive use of accelerated deportations and the mass detention of asylum seekers. To this end, there will be the reinforcement of "raids" in workplaces to locate undocumented immigrants. However, experts, such as Victor Manjarrez, according to Wola, warn that deportations may be more selective and less visible than the term "mass", prioritizing public and national safety.

As for the economic and legal impacts, the analysis indicates that economic studies project that the deportation campaign could cost the government at least $315 billion, while slowing economic growth and raising inflation. In reference to the legal challenges, immigration advocacy organizations like the ACLU and others promise to challenge those policies in federal courts, signaling potential legal gridlock. Thus, the Trump administration may face certain dilemmas because its approach exposes an intense use of executive power, ignoring potential Senate blocks by appointing people like Homan and Miller to positions that do not require approval. However, the feasibility and effectiveness of these policies depend on multiple factors, including interagency cooperation and potential legal challenges.

The publication indicates that Trump's immigration plan for a second term is marked by aggressive rhetoric and potentially polarizing actions. While his supporters see this stance as a fulfillment of election promises, critics warn of the humanitarian, economic and legal impacts of these policies. Trump's chosen team, with controversial figures such as Homan and Miller, reinforces the seriousness of his agenda and foreshadows significant challenges to its implementation.