A growing number of illegal migrants are smuggling themselves out of the United States to avoid government deportations by using 'smuggling packages' offered by coyotes. Haitians are self-deporting to avoid immediate deportation back to Haiti. The trend is acknowledged by The New York Times and is bad news for business groups looking for more imported customers, workers, and renters.
Key Points
Illegal migrants are using 'smuggling packages' offered by coyotes to return home and avoid deportation.
Haitians are self-deporting to avoid immediate deportation back to Haiti.
The trend of self-deportation is acknowledged by The New York Times.
Business groups wanting more imported customers, workers, and renters are affected by migrants' exit.
Pros
Migrants have the option to avoid government deportations through self-deportation using smuggling packages.
Some migrants are taking steps to voluntarily leave the United States to avoid harsh legal penalties and family separation.
Cons
Illegal migrants face challenges such as losing possessions, easy access to bank accounts, and being separated from their families if deported.
The trend of self-deportation poses economic challenges for business groups looking for more imported customers, workers, and renters.