Trump Administration Repurposing CBP Home App for Undocumented Migrants

SOURCE www.bbc.com
The Trump administration repurposed a mobile app called CBP Home for undocumented migrants in the US to self-deport, allowing them to declare their intention to leave the country and potentially return legally in the future.

Key Points

  • CBP Home app repurposed for undocumented migrants to self-deport
  • Undocumented migrants can declare their intention to leave the US through the app
  • App offers potential opportunities for migrants to return legally in the future

Pros

  • Provides a potential opportunity for undocumented migrants to leave the country voluntarily without harsher consequences
  • May offer a chance for migrants to return legally in the future and live the American dream

Cons

  • Undocumented migrants have to declare their intention to leave through the app
  • Potential for increased deportations for those who do not voluntarily self-deport