Wed Feb 26 05:01:21 UTC 2025: **Trump Administration Announces Mandatory Registry for Undocumented Immigrants**
**Washington, D.C. –** The Trump administration announced Tuesday the creation of a mandatory registry for all undocumented immigrants in the United States. Individuals aged 14 and older will be required to register, providing fingerprints and addresses. Failure to comply will result in fines or prosecution, officials stated, citing a section of the Immigration and Nationality Act.
The Department of Homeland Security justified the registry as a step towards fulfilling campaign promises to deport undocumented immigrants and secure the border. While the exact number of individuals who will voluntarily register remains unknown, the administration has indicated that those with criminal records will be prioritized for deportation.
The announcement has sparked criticism from immigration advocacy groups such as the National Immigration Law Center. The group draws parallels to the 1940 Alien Registration Act, highlighting its use in targeting individuals perceived as national security threats. The Center warns that the new registry will likely serve as a tool for identifying and deporting undocumented immigrants.
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service will soon release a registration form and process online.
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