Sat May 10 05:58:16 UTC 2025: ## Trump Announces Federally Funded Self-Deportation Program
**Washington, D.C. –** President Donald Trump signed an executive order Friday establishing a controversial new self-deportation program offering paid flights and a $1,000 “exit bonus” to undocumented immigrants who voluntarily leave the U.S. The program, announced following earlier comments by the President and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, aims to address what Mr. Trump termed a “full-scale invasion” of illegal immigrants.
In a statement and video message, President Trump emphasized the voluntary nature of the program, while simultaneously issuing strong warnings about the consequences of remaining in the country illegally. Those who choose not to self-deport face potential penalties including significant jail time, financial penalties, property confiscation, wage garnishment, and deportation. The program’s implementation will be overseen by the Department of Homeland Security, with confirmation of departures tracked via the CBP Home app.
The program has sparked immediate controversy, with critics questioning its legality and humanitarian implications. The White House, however, defends the program as a cost-effective and humane alternative to traditional deportation methods. The long-term effects of this policy on immigration patterns and U.S.-foreign relations remain to be seen.
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