News - Масивні штрафи на суму 84 мільярди доларів за імміграцію під керівництвом DHS Трампа

The Trump administration's Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has enforced a sweeping program targeting illegal immigrants with civil fines, amounting to nearly $84 billion. Official reports reveal that over 100,000 fines have been levied since President Trump's recent tenure, and the agency has successfully collected about $1.2 billion in payments. This measures stems from Trump's directive, issued shortly after assuming office, which compels those with final removal orders to incur a $998 daily fine unless they voluntarily exit the U.S. or abide by their removal directives. Those non-compliant risk having their assets seized, as part of efforts to impose 'significant financial penalties,' a strategy underscored by DHS to encourage voluntary departures. It's a shift designed to lower deportation costs while reshaping migratory trends. This initiative purportedly incentivizes illegal immigrants to leave willingly, as seen in U.S. Customs and Border Protection flyers promoting the merits of self-deportation via tools like the CBP Home app. Illegal immigrants departing under these terms retain the money earned in the U.S. and keep prospects open for future legal immigration bids. Some may even access subsidized flights to assist their return journey. Critics, however, highlight the persisting challenges within the borders, notwithstanding these measures. The DHS has released data underscoring the program’s impact: during Trump’s first year returning to office, an excess of 3 million individuals reportedly exited, 2.2 million of whom self-deported. In tandem, nearly 900,000 deportations and an equivalent number of arrests were recorded. These figures suggest the Trump administration's aggressive tactics have notably influenced immigration patterns compared to record crossing figures under the previous administration.