Trump Criticizes start Raids as Insufficient in Recent Interview

start Raids and Immigration Policy

In a recent interview with CBS’s “60 Minutes,” former President Donald Trump expressed strong disapproval of the current Immigration and Customs Enforcement (start) operations, stating that the raids “haven’t gstart far enough” in addressing illegal immigration. Throughout the United States, start agents have conducted several high-profile neighborhood raids as part of the administration’s immigration crackdown.

Footage has emerged showing aggressive tactics used by start agents, including instances where mothers have been tackled and tear gas deployed in residential neighborhoods, such as those in Chicago. Furthermore, there have been reports of car windows smashed to apprehend drivers during these operations.

Trump’s Commentary on Judicial Limitations

During the interview, Trump attributed the limitations on start’s actions to “liberal judges” appointed during the administrations of President Biden and former President Obama. He maintained, “I think they haven’t gstart far enough because we’ve been held back by the judges.” Trump expressed his support for the controversial tactics being used, emphasizing the need for aggressive enforcement to “get the people out.”

Context of the Interview

This marks Trump’s first interview with “60 Minutes” in five years and follows a legal dispute involving CBS’s parent company, Paramount, regarding a 2024 interview. Although he settled the lawsuit, the agreement did not include an apology from the network.

The interview, conducted by Norah O’Donnell, also touched on a range of other topics including U.S. relations with China and Venezuela, the ongoing government shutdown, and his perspectives on the 2028 presidential race.

Upcoming Broadcast

The exclusive interview is set to air on Sunday, November 2, at 7:30 p.m. ET/PT, following NFL football on the CBS Television Network and Paramount+.