White House Spokesperson Karoline Leavitt reaffirmed the Trump administration’s strict immigration stance, stating that anyone entering the U.S. illegally will be considered a criminal.

Leavitt highlighted Trump’s executive order to end the “catch and release” policy and accelerate border wall construction. She cited recent ICE and CBP operations that led to the arrests of violent offenders among illegal immigrants. She also noted agreements with Colombia to speed up deportations, emphasizing that the U.S. is restoring its international standing.