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Those who cross our borders unlawfully do so fully aware of the risk of deportation

President Trump’s resounding 2024 election victory reflects a clear mandate from the American people to uphold immigration laws. 

To the editor:

Recent heart-wrenching headlines about impending deportations shattering families tells a deeply tragic story. The choice of undocumented migrant parents to enter the country illegally was a grave misstep.

President Trump’s resounding 2024 election victory reflects a clear mandate from the American people to uphold immigration laws.

Those who cross our borders unlawfully do so fully aware of the risk of deportation. Our immigration laws safeguard public safety and shield our communities from the economic strain of illegal immigration. Accountability must be upheld for all who break these laws, including here on Massachusetts.

Ronald Beaty
West Barnstable

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