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A less discussed but critically important aspect is immigration enforcement. The Trump administration's aggressive deportation efforts and ICE operations seem to be effective, contributing to a decline in violent crime. The numbers suggest that, as of now, the country might be experiencing the lowest murder rates seen in a generation.
Democratic strategies—such as public displays of immigration raids—are not resonating with the majority of Americans, who favor strong border enforcement. The controversy surrounding cases like the deportation of MS-13 members has backfired politically, exposing a divide between public opinion and the Democratic messaging.