Trump Administration's Self-Deportation Policy
The Trump administration is hiring the International Organization for Migration to help illegal migrants self-deport by offering a $1,000 payment and warning of fines. The IOM will provide support to migrants choosing to return to their home countries.
Key Points
- IOM to help migrants self-deport with support and advice
- Trump administration offering $1,000 payout and warning of fines
- Migrants can take their U.S. earnings with them and have future legal immigration opportunities
Pros
- Provides support to migrants who choose to return home
- Offers a $1,000 payment to entice self-deportation
Cons
- Some fear biased information may be presented to migrants
- Negative impact on remittances sent back to migrants' home countries