Not restraining deportees can have violent consequences.
A lot of sensationalism has been spewed lately in response to the White House releasing a video of federal agents shackling deportees. Some have called it “slavery porn.” Others are acting as if President Donald Trump is the first to order the use of restraints during deportations or – worse – the first to deport illegal immigrants. He’s not. Maybe posting footage of agents laying chains out on the pavement and wrapping them around waists and ankles wasn’t necessary, but the restraints likely were. Just ask former President Joe Biden. His administration learned the hard way what can happen when deportees roam freely about the cabin.
Deportations When Restraints Are Left Behind
Imagine being aboard an airplane of unruly passengers who start ripping seat cushions…
