Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has criticized the Biden administration’s plans to utilize the military in the mass deportation of undocumented immigrants. In a recent speech, Paul argued that such a move would be a violation of the Constitution and an abuse of the military’s authority.
“The military is not a domestic police force,” Paul said. “It is not their job to round up and deport people who are here illegally.”
Paul also expressed concern about the potential for violence if the military were to become involved in immigration enforcement.
“When you send troops into communities to carry out mass deportations, there is a real risk of violence and bloodshed,” Paul said. “We cannot afford to put our troops in harm’s way in this way.”
The Biden administration has defended its plans, arguing that the military has a role to play in supporting immigration enforcement efforts. However, Paul’s criticism highlights the ongoing debate over the appropriate role of the military in immigration policy.