Discrepancies Uncovered: DHS’s Self-Deportation Offer Raises Concerns Among Immigration Experts
Washington, D.C. — The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has recently introduced a program aimed at encouraging undocumented immigrants to voluntarily leave the country. This initiative comes with an offer to forgive nearly $3 billion in fines, creating an appealing proposition for those in the U.S. without legal status. The plan, which positions self-deportation as a more favorable choice compared to the threats of arrest and detention, includes promises such as retaining earnings made in the U.S., receiving a complimentary flight home, a $1,000 stipend, and a potential pathway to legal reentry in the future. … Read more