Former President Donald Trump has sparked significant controversy by proposing a plan to ‘clean out’ the Gaza Strip and relocate its Palestinian residents to neighboring countries, specifically Egypt and Jordan. The suggestion, which Trump has described as a way to manage the ongoing humanitarian crisis, has faced immediate backlash. Both Jordan and Egypt have firmly rejected the idea, leading to confounding reactions among U.S. Senate allies and raising alarms about potential ethnic cleansing implications. Arab American leaders have also criticized Trump’s remarks, deeming them reckless. The proposal has ignited debates about the humanitarian impact and practicality of such a mass relocation plan, with critics noting that forcing Palestinian refugees into other nations ignores the complexities of the situation.