Relative of Trump Press Secretary taken by ICE

Oompa Loompa said:

Says the auto pen.

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Im ok with letting people out when the law changes to consider their offense much lighter than when they when in. Or not an offense at all. Mainly I object to handing out pardons to personal supporters. Ive seen presidents of all types do this. But recently its gone completely over the top.

Oompa Loompa said:

But this is the mantra of the left. Do you deny it? Why not put your money where your mouth is and send that woman back home?

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I do think immigration should be managed per laws. But I dont view illegal immigrants who just want to live, work, and be good neighbors as criminals in the same way as people who steal, kill, harass, intentionally defraud others, etc.

Richard T said:

You offer a good analysis. This brand of populism that attracts those that scapegoat immigrants is a real problem for the GOP. Combine that with a slowing economy, a farming crisis, higher inflation and the perfect storm is arriving. The GOP is near certain to lose the House in the midterms. I think the GOP will have to rebrand themselves and look beyond Trump loyalists to move forward. Instead of a lasting realignment, the results will be similar to Nixon, even to the point that Trump may retire from office or just last his term out as a lame duck President.

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Several political realignments are anticipated in the 2028 election cycle.

Immigration is an issue that both political parties must address with greater seriousness. President Trump's policies of mass deportation risk alienating Hispanic voters from the GOP; however, this does not guarantee the Democratic Party will automatically gain their support. Recent elections have demonstrated that simply discussing relaxed immigration policies or promising reform, as the DNC has done over the past two decades, is not an effective strategy—Hispanic voters recognize insincerity. Furthermore, election results indicate that a majority of Americans support secure borders and legal entry for those who complete the proper processes. At the same time, there is a desire to show compassion toward undocumented individuals currently residing in the United States. The public largely supports deporting violent criminals, while providing those who contribute positively to society with a pathway to legal status and citizenship. These views are strongly reflected within the Hispanic American community.

The party that implements these policies will appeal to Hispanic American voters. Currently, the GOP shows little interest in such measures, while the DNC seems to believe that appealing rhetoric alone is sufficient.

Pope Leo is expected to take a more active role in American politics and culture, particularly influencing Hispanic voters, most of whom are Catholic. His voice could surpass that of politicians over time. I think Pope Leo will redefine the “pro-life” definition. While Protestant Americans may not heed him, Hispanic Americans will. If the GOP does not adjust its stance, it risks losing its claim as the pro-life party.

Neither party appears prepared for the future. The DNC lacks a strong immigration policy favored by most Americans and does not reach out to devout Christians, while the GOP seems to believe the Trump presidency model will last indefinitely.

Oompa Loompa said:

Says the auto pen. But this is the mantra of the left. Do you deny it? Why not put your money where your mouth is and send that woman back home?

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Perhaps history isn't your strongest subject. However, the last President to pardon undocumented immigrants was a Republican. In fact, this Republican President was so influential that many conservatives refer to him as the father of modern conservatism. Can you guess who it was?

I'd presume that Ms Ferreira wasn't on KKKaroline's turkey-day guest-list to begin with.

Oompa Loompa said:

"Mother of nephew" = sister-in-law. A sister-in-law that should have went home back in 1999. No one, including relatives of Trump's own staff, is above the law.

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No, a sister-in-law is either a sibling's wife or a spouse's sister, with the "in-law" meaning by marriage. A nephew's mother may not be married to her son's father, who may have a different woman for a wife.