The immigration debate just got a nuclear-level upgrade. A viral poll screaming “Should all illegals be deported?” has set Threads on fire, splitting Americans into warring camps and sparking a social media storm that’s impossible to ignore. With President Trump’s border czar Tom Homan vowing to launch the “largest deportation operation in U.S. history,” the question isn’t just rhetorical—it’s a battle cry. But here’s the shocker: Homan claims 425,000 “gotaways” with criminal records are hiding in plain sight, ready to wreak havoc. Is mass deportation the answer, or a recipe for chaos? This controversy is tearing the internet apart, and you’ll want to click to see where you stand!
Homan, backed by Trump’s 2025 agenda, isn’t mincing words. In a June 2025 Newsmax interview, he promised to round up over 15 million undocumented immigrants, starting with those who’ve committed crimes. “We’re coming for you,” he warned, citing cases like the murder of Laken Riley by an undocumented immigrant as proof of a “public safety crisis.” ICE’s recent sweeps in sanctuary cities like New York and Los Angeles, netting 1,600 “criminal aliens” in one month, have fueled the fire. Posts on X, like one from @America1stNow, scream, “Deport them all! No exceptions!” with thousands of likes, while Threads users share grim stats: 2.5 million apprehensions at the border in 2024 alone, per CBP data.
The pro-deportation crowd argues it’s about law and order. Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) introduced the “No Sanctuary for Criminals Act,” targeting cities that shield undocumented immigrants. She claims these policies let “rapists and murderers” walk free, pointing to ICE reports of 56,000 crimes by noncitizens in 2024. Supporters on Threads, like @PatriotWave, are hyped, posting memes of buses labeled “Deportation Express” and claiming mass deportation would save billions in welfare costs. A Heritage Foundation study estimates illegal immigration costs taxpayers $150 billion annually, a figure waved like a flag by the “America First” crowd.
But hold up—opponents are fighting back hard. Critics call mass deportation a logistical nightmare and a humanitarian disaster. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) blasted the plan on X, saying, “Rounding up millions tears families apart and crashes our economy.” She points to undocumented workers filling critical jobs—70% of farmworkers and 25% of construction workers, per the Bureau of Labor Statistics. On Threads, @Justice4All2025 argues deportation would tank industries, sharing videos of empty fields and stalled construction sites. The American Immigration Council estimates deporting 11 million people would cost $315 billion and shrink GDP by 4.2%. Plus, legal battles loom: the ACLU vows to sue, citing Fourth Amendment violations in mass ICE raids.
Then there’s the human angle. Stories of DACA recipients—800,000 “Dreamers” brought as kids—flood Threads, with users like @DreamerHope posting tearful videos pleading for compassion. Critics of deportation argue it’s not just about “illegals” but about neighbors, coworkers, and families. Yet, the other side counters with horror stories: a Venezuelan gang member arrested in Chicago, a Guatemalan convicted of child endangerment in Texas. Homan’s team claims 20% of “gotaways” have criminal records, though the Migration Policy Institute disputes this, saying the number is closer to 5%.
The poll itself is a powder keg. Early results show a slim majority favoring mass deportation, but the comments are a warzone. Threads user @BorderTruth calls it “common sense to protect our country,” while @Humanity1st labels it “xenophobic cruelty.” Misinformation swirls too—some claim Trump’s plan includes deporting legal immigrants, which Homan denies. Still, the fear is real: a 2025 Pew survey found 60% of Latinos worry about deportation, even among citizens. And with ICE’s new “knock and talk” tactics—entering homes without warrants, per The Intercept—critics warn of a police state vibe.
Trump’s own words keep the heat on. At a June 2025 rally, he roared, “We’ll make America safe again, no matter how many buses it takes!” Supporters eat it up, but opponents point to his first term, where deportations hit 1.4 million but failed to curb illegal crossings long-term. The Cato Institute notes border apprehensions rose 20% from 2016 to 2020, despite Trump’s policies. And what about kids? The 2018 family separation scandal still haunts, with 1,000 children yet to be reunited, per NBC News. Threads users are sharing heart-wrenching images of kids in cages, reigniting old wounds.
Logistics are another beast. Homan’s plan needs 50,000 ICE agents—triple the current number—and 10,000 buses, per DHS estimates. Where’s the money? Congress is already balking, with Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) calling it “a fantasy that bankrupts us.” Meanwhile, countries like Venezuela and China often refuse to accept deportees, leaving thousands in limbo. Threads is buzzing with debates: can America pull this off, or is it just red meat for the base?
This isn’t just policy—it’s personal. Families, jobs, and communities hang in the balance. The internet is a battlefield, with Threads users duking it out over whether deportation is justice or cruelty. One thing’s clear: this debate is reshaping America’s soul, and the world’s watching. So, what’s your take? Should every undocumented immigrant be sent packing, or is there a better way? Jump into the chaos on Threads and let your voice be heard—this fight’s just getting started!
