DHS Secretary Kristi Noem joined the ‘America Reports’ segment to confront questions surrounding illegal immigrants acquiring commercial truck licenses. During the discussion, Noem affirmed the government’s commitment to enforcing immigration laws, highlighting the recent ICE enforcement actions targeting migrant truck drivers. She emphasized that these efforts are part of a larger strategy to dismantle the illicit labor market and ensure public safety in the transportation sector.
Noem argued that the presence of undocumented drivers in the trucking industry poses a significant threat to national security and the economy. She called for stricter oversight and more aggressive enforcement, stating that the current measures are necessary to curb the flow of unauthorized migrants into the workforce. The administration, according to Noem, is working closely with law enforcement agencies to identify and deport those who have illegally obtained commercial licenses, which she claims are enabling a black-market labor system.
The Department of Homeland Security has recently intensified its focus on commercial truck drivers, with ICE conducting raids and inspections across border states. Noem defended these actions by asserting that they are part of a lawful and necessary effort to enforce immigration laws. While acknowledging the challenges of immigration enforcement, she stressed the importance of maintaining strict controls over the licensing of commercial transportation to prevent illegal immigration from exacerbating economic and security issues.