A new caravan of over 2,000 migrants has begun a journey north from southern Mexico, undeterred by President Trump’s recent orders that tighten border policies.
Key Facts:
– The caravan formed in Tapachula, near the Guatemala border, just before Trump was sworn in.
– Marchers include families with young children, traveling mostly on foot.
– President Trump signed executive orders to resume border wall construction and revoke controversial parole policies.
– Migrants in the caravan say they are seeking better economic stability and the right to request asylum.
The Rest of The Story:
On Monday, as President Trump took the oath of office, thousands of migrants, many carrying small children, set out from Tapachula, Mexico.
Migrants often travel in large groups for safety, believing authorities will be less able to halt a large caravan compared to smaller, scattered groups.
The trek could last more than two weeks, assuming they continue on foot toward the U.S. border.
Trump’s new measures include declaring a national border emergency and instructing agencies to restart building the border wall.
He also ended the CBP One app, which critics said eased pathways for migrants to enter the U.S.
Some caravan members remain hopeful that international laws or humanitarian policies will trump Trump’s orders, allowing them to apply for asylum.
Others worry they will be forced to wait in Mexico under a renewed “Remain-in-Mexico” policy.
Mexican officials are under increased pressure.
Trump to send troops to border and list Tren de Aragua as terrorist org — as migrant caravan heads to US https://t.co/mmvK2roMr2 pic.twitter.com/qMBtTkHY8h
— New York Post (@nypost) January 20, 2025
In past caravans, authorities have attempted to break up large groups, while migrants push onward, hoping to reach the U.S.
Before his inauguration, Trump promised to deploy military assets to secure the border, classify certain criminal organizations as terrorists, and give priority to what he calls American sovereignty.
Commentary:
If Mexico won’t step up and stop this caravan, the U.S. should treat them as a hostile state.
We cannot allow large groups to simply walk north, disregarding our laws.
President Trump should immediately impose tariffs if Mexico fails to keep these caravans under control.
This is a matter of national security.
When people from all over the world can roam unhindered through Mexico’s territory, Mexico becomes a pipeline for illegal entry into the U.S.
Strong economic measures may be the best way to make sure Mexico enforces its own borders.
The Bottom Line:
Despite Trump’s decisive actions on day one, many of these migrants appear confident they can still seek better opportunities in the United States.
Their journey illustrates the ongoing challenges at our southern border.
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How aggressively Mexican and U.S. authorities respond to the new wave of arrivals will test the administration’s broader immigration strategy in the days ahead.