60 Minutes Debunks Trump’s Deportation Claims: No Records Found
A 60 Minutes investigation revealed that 75% of 238 Venezuelans deported by the Trump administration to El Salvador’s Cecot prison lacked criminal records, contradicting government claims. The remaining deportees had mostly minor non-violent offenses, with a small percentage facing serious charges. This deportation practice has drawn criticism, with a federal judge citing “bad faith” and the ACLU suggesting alternative legal methods. Despite the controversy, Trump expressed approval of the arrangement with El Salvador, even suggesting willingness to deport U.S. citizens.