On June 15, 2025, President Donald Trump intensified his immigration crackdown by directing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to expand mass deportation operations in major Democrat-run cities, even as he departed for the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta.
Trump’s Deportation Directive Targets Urban Centers
In a fiery Truth Social post, Trump ordered ICE to “do all in their power” to carry out what he called the “single largest Mass Deportation Program in History.” He singled out Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York as cities where “millions upon millions of illegal aliens reside,” accusing Democrats of using them to “expand their voter base” and “rob hardworking American citizens.”
Trump’s directive follows a week of nationwide protests, including the “No Kings” rallies on June 14 and violent clashes in Los Angeles over immigration raids. Despite the unrest, Trump doubled down, stating that ICE would focus on “crime-ridden inner cities” and sanctuary jurisdictions.
Shift in Deportation Strategy
Interestingly, Trump’s latest order comes just days after he paused ICE raids on farms, hotels, and restaurants, citing concerns from agriculture and hospitality leaders about labor shortages. The administration now appears to be refocusing efforts on urban areas while shielding industries that rely heavily on undocumented labor.
Departure for G7 Summit in Canada
Later in the day, Trump departed from Joint Base Andrews en route to the G7 Leaders’ Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, where he will meet with leaders from Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, and the EU. The summit is expected to address global security, trade tensions, and the Middle East crisis following Israel’s recent strikes on Iran.
June 15, 2025, highlighted the dual pressures of Trump’s presidency: a domestic immigration crackdown and a high-stakes international summit. As protests continue at home and diplomacy unfolds abroad, the administration faces mounting scrutiny over its policy priorities and political tone.