President Donald Trump’s plan to detain 30,000 immigrants at the U.S. naval base in Guantánamo Bay has encountered legal, logistical, and financial hurdles. The cost of flying immigrants to Guantánamo on military planes is high, with one trip costing up to $249,000. The operation requires ICE officials and medical teams on each flight, inflating costs further. The facilities at Guantánamo are not fully prepared to hold 30,000 immigrants, as tents lack essential amenities like air conditioning and running water. The administration is considering cheaper and more efficient alternatives, such as using military bases in the United States, but Trump remains committed to the Guantánamo plan.
The operation at Guantánamo has faced challenges due to a power struggle between the military and ICE over responsibilities and interactions with the detainees. Issues also arose with inadequate staffing and unclear guidance on setting up facilities that meet detention standards. Military flights carrying immigrants to Guantánamo have slowed down, and there is uncertainty about the legality and funding of these flights. Congressional Democrats have expressed concerns about the legal basis for the military flights.
Despite Trump’s push for the Guantánamo plan, there is a growing recognition within the administration that it is not viable, prompting discussions of scaled-down alternatives. The unexpected issues and lack of preparation have highlighted the complexity and impracticality of using Guantánamo to detain thousands of immigrants.
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