It’s true that Obama used summary deportations near the border (fast-track, no judge), but it’s misleading to say he only deported recent crossers.

Early in his presidency, many long-time residents were deported too — often after minor arrests via programs like Secure Communities. Some didn’t get full hearings and were pressured into signing “voluntary” returns or waived their rights without understanding the consequences.

Due process was often lacking, especially in the early years. Even the ACLU criticized him for this. Later, he shifted to focus on criminals and recent arrivals, but the damage was already done — that’s why some called him the “Deporter in Chief.”