The Wall Street Journal article discusses the use of military planes, specifically C-17s, by the Trump administration for deportation flights, which began in January. This approach is a significant shift from the traditional use of civilian aircraft by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). An analysis of flight data indicates that the military flights are not only more costly but also less effective in terms of efficiency compared to ICE’s civilian planes. The article highlights how utilizing military resources for deportation impacts taxpayer money and raises questions about the logistics of such operations.

Key Points:

• Trump’s administration initiated military plane usage for deportations in January.
• C-17 military flights are more expensive and less efficient than ICE’s usual civilian deportation flights.
• The analysis is based on aircraft and flight tracking data.
• The article suggests that this method represents a more extreme enforcement policy against migrants.
• The financial implications for taxpayers due to the use of military aircraft are outlined.
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