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Trump deportation executive action in first 100 days?
This market will resolve to "Yes" if Donald Trump issues any executive order that aims to increase, enhance, or facilitate the deportation of illegal immigrants by April 29, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET. Otherwise, this market will resolve to "No". Trumps 2017 executive orders, such as Executive Order 13768, which expanded categories for prioritized deportation, or Executive Order 13767, which strengthened border security and detention capacities related to illegal immigration are examples of Executives orders which would qualify. This market's resolution source will be official information from the Trump administration.
Event Details
Total Volume: $84.9K
24h Volume: $117
Total Liquidity: $20.4K
Markets: 1
Event Ends: 4/29/2025
Event Analysis
Summary
The prediction market focuses on whether Donald Trump will issue any executive order aimed at enhancing or facilitating deportation of illegal immigrants within his first 100 days if elected president in 2024. Based on extensive search results and Trump's public statements, there is strong evidence suggesting he intends to pursue aggressive deportation policies immediately upon taking office.
Multiple sources indicate Trump has explicitly promised to launch "the largest deportation operation in American history" starting on day one, with plans to utilize military resources, declare a national emergency, and mobilize various federal and state agencies. His appointment of immigration hardliners like Tom Homan as "border czar" and historical precedent from his first term further support the likelihood of early executive action on deportation.
Analysis
Background
- Trump has consistently emphasized immigration as a central campaign issue
- Current immigration system faces significant challenges with record border encounters under Biden administration
- Historical context shows Trump issued numerous immigration-related executive orders in his first term
Analysis of Outcomes
Yes (Executive Order Issued) - Current Market Price: 90%
Supporting Factors:
- Trump's explicit promises to begin deportations "on day one"
- Appointment of immigration hardliners to key positions
- Historical precedent of early executive actions in first term
- Detailed plans including military involvement and national emergency declaration
- Strong political pressure from base to act quickly on immigration
Risks:
- Legal challenges could delay implementation
- Logistical constraints may complicate execution
- Potential resistance from military/agencies
- Congressional opposition
No (No Executive Order) - Current Market Price: 10%
Supporting Factors:
- Logistical challenges of mass deportation
- Potential legal obstacles
- Resource constraints
- Political backlash concerns
Risks:
- Very low probability given Trump's clear statements
- Strong political incentives to act quickly
- Established precedent of using executive orders
Key Factors to Watch
- Trump's campaign statements and policy details
- Key personnel appointments
- Legal challenges to existing immigration policies
- Border situation and migration trends
- Public opinion on immigration issues
Recent Developments
- Trump has detailed plans for mass deportation program
- Appointed Tom Homan as border czar
- Increasing focus on military involvement
- Reference to historical operations like "Operation Wetback"
- Growing public concern over immigration issues
Prediction
Based on the available evidence, I assess a 95% probability that Trump will issue an executive order enhancing deportation within his first 100 days if elected. The current market price of 90% appears slightly low given Trump's explicit promises, historical precedent, and detailed implementation plans. The 5% uncertainty accounts for potential legal or logistical obstacles that could delay action beyond 100 days.
Trump deportation executive action in first 100 days?
Yes:95.0%
No:5.0%
Confidence: 8/10
Reasoning Score: 9/10
Sources
- https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/02/20/trump-mass-deportations-immigration/
- https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/11/us/politics/trump-2025-immigration-agenda.html
- https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/nov/18/trump-military-mass-deportation
- https://fortune.com/2024/11/18/trump-mass-deportation-plan-national-emergency-us-military-alien-enemies-act/
- https://www.reuters.com/graphics/USA-ELECTION/MIGRATION-DEPORTATIONS/akpeoeoerpr/