The President of the United States, Donald Trump, signed a comprehensive executive order on immigration this Friday that authorizes the confiscation of assets from illegal immigrants who do not self-deport.
The measure -called “Return Home Project”- imposes severe penalties on undocumented individuals who do not leave the country voluntarily.
Those who decide to remain illegally in the U.S., he warned, may face deportation, prosecution, imprisonment and fines, according to the applicable laws concerning immigration-related offenses.
He also added that they will seize wages, savings, and personal property, including homes and vehicles.
The new resolution stipulates that all flights offered to illegal immigrants who voluntarily and permanently leave the United States, will be funded by the Federal Government.
Additionally, economic incentives in the form of a "departure bonus" will be granted to each foreigner who chooses to leave the country on their own.
Although he did not specify the amount, this week Trump announced that he would provide $1,000 to each irregular immigrant who wishes to voluntarily return to their country of origin.
The "Return Home Project" order also instructs the Secretary of State and the Secretary of Homeland Security to create a concierge service through which any foreigner illegally present in the United States can reach an airport, with or without the appropriate travel documents, book a flight to permanently relocate to another country, and claim the exit bonus of one thousand dollars.
The process of self-deportation will be implemented through the "CBP Home" app, which will allow migrants to leave the country quickly and without complications.
The measure includes an unprecedented nationwide crackdown on undocumented immigrants, with the deployment of over 20,000 supplemental agents across the United States to carry out detention and deportation operations.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) must increase its immigration enforcement capacity by at least 20,000 new agents, including personnel retired from federal agencies, state police, and specialized contractors.
This force will be responsible for intensifying arrest operations in neighborhoods, workplaces, transport terminals, and border areas.
The Trump administration argues that the presence of undocumented individuals in the U.S. has generated over 150 billion dollars in annual public spending, due to health services, education, housing, food, and costs related to crime.
The president argues that the new plan could drastically reduce those expenses through a combination of forced expulsions and incentives for voluntary departures.
Frequently Asked Questions About Trump's New Executive Order on Immigration
What does Trump's "Project Back to Home" consist of?
The "Return Home Project" is an executive order signed by Trump that allows for the confiscation of property belonging to undocumented immigrants who do not self-deport. Economic incentives are offered, including a "departure bonus" of $1,000 and free flights for those who choose to voluntarily leave the United States. The measure also includes a massive raid campaign with 20,000 new agents to carry out arrests and deportations.
What sanctions will immigrants face if they do not self-deport?
Those who do not self-deport may face expulsion, prosecution, imprisonment, fines, wage garnishment, and confiscation of personal property, such as homes and vehicles. Additionally, daily fines of up to 998 dollars will be applied for each day that the undocumented immigrant remains in the country without leaving.
How does the "CBP Home" app work for self-deportation?
The "CBP Home" application allows undocumented migrants to manage their voluntary departure from the country. Through this tool, they can book free flights, notify their intention to leave, and receive the "departure bonus" of $1,000. The process is designed to be quick and straightforward.
What motivations does the Trump administration provide for implementing these measures?
The Trump administration argues that the presence of undocumented individuals has led to over 150 billion dollars in annual public spending, due to services such as health, education, and security. The measure aims to reduce these costs through forced expulsions and incentives for voluntary departure, in addition to projecting a tough stance on immigration policy.
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