Illegal Aliens Are Already Self-Deporting Ahead of Trump’s Return [WATCH]

In the days leading up to President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, a growing number of illegal migrants are choosing to self-deport rather than face potential forcible removal under the new administration’s expected immigration policies.

According to reports from NewsNation, the phenomenon has been observed across the United States, with migrants informing immigration attorneys that they prefer to leave on their terms.

Host Markie Martin expressed surprise while covering the development, describing it as a response to the hardline deportation messaging from the incoming Trump administration.

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Jorge Ventura, a correspondent for NewsNation, highlighted that Mexico is preparing to accommodate an influx of returnees.

“It is hardline messaging on those deportations that has some migrants panicking and even choosing now to self-deport back to their home country,” Ventura stated.

Rolando Vazquez, an immigration attorney based in San Antonio, Texas, shared that some of his clients are voluntarily departing the U.S. out of fear of being forcibly deported.

“Just as recently as yesterday, they notified me that they’re going to depart the country voluntarily, understanding that the Trump administration is going to carry through on their promises,” Vazquez told NewsNation.

Although the total number of migrants opting for self-deportation remains unclear, the trend appears to be growing.

Many are reportedly motivated by the desire to avoid being sent to a location of Trump’s choosing or facing additional hardships.

The situation is further complicated by a new policy from Mexico, announced following discussions between President-elect Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum.

The policy will allow for the arrival of more non-Mexican deportees from the U.S., particularly affecting migrants from Cuba and Venezuela.

Both nations have resisted accepting deportations from the U.S., but they may accept deportees arriving from Mexico, according to Ventura.

“This is causing many migrants to leave on their own, knowing that they’re either going to be deported to their home country or be deported to Mexico, and obviously, the overwhelming majority of them do not want to be in Mexico,” Vazquez explained.

The policy shift comes after Trump reportedly promised to impose steep tariffs on Mexican imports unless the Sheinbaum administration supports his deportation efforts.

Mexico’s agreement to provide relocation space south of the border is part of this broader cooperation.

The increase in self-deportations has raised concerns about the safety of migrants upon their return.

Many face the threat of violence and exploitation by Mexican cartels, which are expected to target deportees.

Sheinbaum’s administration has not yet announced specific measures to address these risks, leaving many migrants uncertain about their future.

The trend highlights the impact of the incoming Trump administration’s strong stance on immigration, with many migrants opting to leave voluntarily rather than face the possibility of detention or forced removal.

As the January 20 inauguration approaches, immigration attorneys and advocates are bracing for further developments.

BREAKING: Mass self-deportations are reportedly in progress.
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