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Germany Resumes Deportations to Afghanistan Amid Migrant Pressure—What This Means for America’s Border Security

By Economics Desk | July 18, 2025

Germany’s renewed deportations of Afghan nationals signal a shift toward stricter migration enforcement in Europe, raising key questions about national sovereignty and the global migrant surge impacting America.

Germany’s recent decision to deport 81 Afghan men back to their homeland is more than just a European policy update—it is a stark reminder that securing national borders remains paramount for true sovereignty. This second deportation flight since the Taliban’s return underscores Berlin’s new government resolve to take harder line measures on migration, following months of pressure from citizens and lawmakers frustrated by unchecked flows.

Under Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s leadership, Germany has not only ramped up police presence at its borders but suspended family reunifications for many migrants, signaling an important pivot from previous leniency. These actions come amid broader European discussions with neighboring countries and EU officials focused on cracking down on migration routes. Yet while Europe debates and recalibrates, the consequences ripple globally—directly affecting America’s own struggles with border security.

Is Europe’s Tougher Stance a Warning for America?

Germany’s intensified deportation efforts highlight one clear lesson: nations must prioritize their citizens’ safety and economic prosperity over open-door policies that invite instability. The fact that these Afghan nationals were previously flagged by judicial authorities shows the necessity of thorough vetting rather than blind admission based on humanitarian slogans.

For the United States, which faces surging illegal crossings at its southern border, Europe’s experience serves as both an example and a caution. If Washington fails to enforce its immigration laws firmly—like Germany is now doing—the result will be continued strain on public resources, national cohesion, and economic opportunity for American families.

National Sovereignty Demands Action Now

This German action also sheds light on the practical challenges of collaborating with foreign governments such as Afghanistan or Qatar to facilitate returns—a task Washington must address seriously. Without reliable partnerships and streamlined processes, deportation policies risk becoming symbolic gestures instead of effective deterrents.

The Biden administration’s ongoing delays in securing meaningful border reforms contrast sharply with Chancellor Merz’s decisive stance in Berlin. How long will U.S. policymakers ignore these hard truths at the peril of America’s security and freedom?

America First demands protecting our borders without apology—learning from global counterparts who are increasingly rejecting failed migration policies that undermine national interests.