On Monday, the White House publicly condemned CNN for its decision to skip live coverage of a significant ceremony that commemorated families who have lost loved ones to crimes by illegal immigrants. This event was held in the East Room of the White House and included remarks by President Donald Trump, who expressed deep sympathy for the families affected by such tragedies. Trump highlighted that these families have suffered irreparable losses and criticized previous administrations for their immigration policies, asserting that these policies have resulted in preventable crimes.

During the ceremony, several family members shared poignant personal stories about their experiences dealing with grief and loss due to crimes committed by undocumented immigrants. The event aimed to not only honor the victims but also to draw attention to the impacts of illegal immigration on American families. To mark this commitment further, President Trump signed a proclamation declaring February 22 as 'National Angel Family Day,' dedicating this day to honoring victims of illegal immigrant crime.

The White House reiterated its commitment to addressing illegal immigration and vowed to carry out what it described as the largest mass-deportation effort in U.S. history. By emphasizing the emotional toll on the affected families and denouncing media coverage, the administration sought to shape public perception regarding illegal immigration and advocate for stricter immigration enforcement policies. This situation underlines the contentious nature of the immigration debate within the United States, exacerbated by the dichotomy of media representation and government narrative surrounding the issue.