Trump ordered detention, removals, and new barriers at the southern border

Date: 2025-01-20
Entry type: executive-order
Current status: Issuance documented; this entry does not assert present enforceability.
Last reviewed: 2026-09-03

Entities and roles

Securing Our Bordersdocumented action or event
Donald J. Trumppresident responsible for the cited action

Claims and evidence

factdocumented
On 2025-01-20, Donald Trump directed detention to the fullest extent permitted by law, prompt removals, and construction of physical barriers at the southern border.
- The White House: Securing Our BordersOperative text of the cited action