Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State, has reiterated President Trump's firm stance on illegal immigration in a recent statement. According to Rubio, "President Trump has made it clear that under his administration, America will no longer be lied to nor taken advantage of." The focus is on ensuring that countries take responsibility for their citizens who are illegally present in the United States.
Rubio highlighted an incident involving Colombian President Petro. Initially, Petro had authorized flights and provided all necessary permissions for the return of Colombian citizens. However, he later revoked these authorizations while the planes were already airborne. This action was described by Rubio as a demonstration of America's unwavering commitment to ending illegal immigration and strengthening border security.
The administration's position emphasizes holding other nations accountable for their nationals and maintaining strict border controls.