Unmasking the Truth: Illegal Immigration and Crime

Many people argue that illegal immigrants do not commit crimes. However, simply being in the country without proper documentation is a crime. This issue is more complex than it seems.

The Rise of Street Gangs

Illegal immigration has contributed to the rise of street gangs, which often use illegal entry as a way to grow their numbers.

Crime Statistics and Misconceptions

Some claim that illegal immigrants commit fewer crimes than U.S. citizens. But this is not entirely accurate. In many places, only convictions are counted, and illegal immigrants often avoid court appearances. This makes it seem like they commit fewer crimes, but in reality, they may be responsible for many more.

Gang-Related Crimes

Gang members, in particular, can commit countless crimes over years. Their main goal is often to deal drugs or break other laws. Removing these gang members could significantly reduce crime rates.

The ICE Most Wanted List

The ICE Most Wanted list shows the serious crimes committed by illegal immigrants. These crimes include:

• Murder
• Armed robbery
• Human trafficking
• Sexual offenses against children

Many of these criminals come from countries with strong criminal networks that export violence across borders.

Legal Challenges

Some countries refuse to take back their citizens, especially if they are gang members or terrorists. This creates a legal problem for the U.S. The Supreme Court has ruled that indefinite detention is not allowed, so the U.S. must either release these individuals or find another country willing to accept them.

Legal Protections and Deportation

Legal protections can also prevent deportation. For example, a withholding of removal order can stop someone from being sent back to a country where they might face persecution or torture. However, even with these protections, deportation can still happen, as seen in the case of Kilmar Ábrego García.

International Agreements

To address these challenges, the U.S. has expanded agreements with other countries to accept migrants redirected from the U.S. One recent example is the Safe Third Country Agreement with Belize. This agreement allows illegal entrants to resettle in Belize while pursuing asylum claims there. However, this deal has faced criticism, with some arguing that Belize lacks the resources to manage such an undertaking.