White House Supports Landmark Legislation to Accelerate Deportation Processes

The White House has signaled strong support for a new, fast-track legislative measure that would accelerate the removal process for individuals in the country illegally. In a move aimed at tightening immigration enforcement, officials are backing the Rapid Expulsion of Migrant Offenders who Violate and Evade (REMOVE) Act—proposed by Senators Marsha Blackburn, Ted Budd, and Ted Cruz—which would require the Department of Justice to conclude “removal proceedings” within a 15-day window following a court “notice to appear.”

Senator Blackburn emphasized the urgency behind the bill, citing historical highs in illegal border crossings and their impact on communities across the nation. She stated, “With a record number of illegal aliens now living in the United States, President Trump must have every tool necessary to remove them quickly from our country. Our REMOVE Act would require these illegal aliens to begin removal proceedings within 15 days of a Notice to Appear being served.”

White House officials argue the legislation is crucial for meeting ambitious deportation targets. Stephen Miller, Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy and Homeland Security advisor, revealed that the administration is aiming for 3,000 arrests daily. Recently, Immigration and Customs Enforcement reported back-to-back single-day arrest records, with more than 2,000 apprehensions on both days. Miller described the policy as an answer to what he called a “full-scale invasion” under previous leadership, adding, “With untold millions of illegal aliens in the U.S. due to Democrats’ open-border policies, we must take strong, decisive measures to remove those who have been ordered to be removed from the United States.”

The REMOVE Act is being promoted as a linchpin in the administration’s strategy to target not only those present without legal status, but particularly individuals with criminal convictions or gang affiliations. Federal authorities are prioritizing removals of those linked to notorious organizations such as MS-13 and Tren de Aragua—both now designated as foreign terrorist groups. To complement these enforcement efforts, officials have encouraged voluntary departure, offering to pay for flights out of the country and providing financial incentives for compliance.

Vice President J.D. Vance underscored the administration’s intent to “use everything” at its disposal to increase criminal deportations, while officials highlighted the need for new resources and faster processing times. The REMOVE Act, they argued, would be paired with what they are calling the largest investment in mass deportation operations in American history. The administration insists this approach will “permanently secure the border” and restore order to the immigration system.

Under the Trump administration’s first 100 days, over 65,000 undocumented immigrants were removed from the U.S., according to government statistics. Senator Budd reiterated the coalition’s commitment, stating, “Now, President Trump is stepping in to restore order. I’m proud to stand with Senator Blackburn and my colleagues to fast-track the removal of those who have been ordered to be removed. It’s time we uphold the integrity of our immigration system to protect our nation.”

Recent polling reveals broad public support for some level of deportation, with a majority of American adults favoring action to remove undocumented immigrants. With the introduction of the REMOVE Act, administration officials say they are answering that call, vowing swift action and tough enforcement in the months ahead.