President Donald Trump’s administration has reportedly introduced a more targeted approach to separating immigrant families, drawing parallels to the controversial policy implemented during his first term. This new tactic aims to address specific immigration concerns while avoiding the widespread international backlash that accompanied the initial mass separations. The practice is being applied selectively, as evidenced by recent cases such as that of Evgeny and Evgeniia, a couple who fled their native Russia to seek political asylum. They have been separated from their 8-year-old son, Maksim, since May, highlighting the ongoing impact of these policies on immigrant families.
Analysts suggest that the shift in strategy reflects an attempt to balance political pressure with the need for more controlled immigration management. While the policy remains highly contentious, its targeted nature may be intended to minimize public backlash while still exerting pressure on undocumented immigrants seeking to cross the border. The situation continues to draw attention from human rights organizations and legal experts, who warn of the long-term psychological and social effects on children separated from their families.