Trump plans $998 daily fines for migrants who ignore deportation orders
The Trump administration plans to impose daily fines of $998 on migrants who refuse to leave the U.S. after deportation orders.
The Trump administration has proposed a stringent measure targeting undocumented immigrants who have received deportation orders but remain in the United States. The plan involves imposing daily fines of $998 on these individuals, with the potential for asset seizures if fines remain unpaid. This policy seeks to enforce compliance with deportation orders and deter prolonged unlawful residence.
An anonymous senior administration official revealed that the government intends to enforce these penalties over a five-year period, potentially accumulating fines exceeding $1 million per individual. This approach underscores the administration’s commitment to rigorous immigration enforcement and its determination to address cases of prolonged unlawful presence.
Internal communications reviewed by Reuters indicate that the White House has exerted pressure on U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to prioritize the enforcement of these fines and asset seizures.
The administration is also exploring legal avenues, including the involvement of the Department of Justice’s civil asset forfeiture division, to facilitate the confiscation and auction of assets belonging to non-compliant individuals.
The initiative is estimated to affect approximately 1.4 million migrants who have received final orders of removal. While the Department of Homeland Security encourages undocumented individuals to voluntarily depart the U.S., critics argue that this policy may instill fear rather than promote compliance, potentially impacting mixed-status families and low-income communities.
In response to these developments, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has led targeted immigration enforcement operations, including early morning raids in Phoenix, Arizona, resulting in the capture of undocumented migrants with serious criminal backgrounds. These actions align with the administration’s broader strategy to enhance immigration enforcement and address public safety concerns.
The administration’s aggressive stance on immigration has sparked debate, with some arguing that such measures are necessary to uphold the rule of law and protect national security, while others express concern over potential human rights implications and the impact on affected communities. As policies continue to evolve, it remains to be seen how these strategies will influence the broader immigration landscape and the lives of those affected.
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