New TV Ads Threaten Migrants with Fines, Urge Deportation

Introduction to the Ads

You’ve probably seen the ads on television. This week, the Donald Trump administration released new video ads urging undocumented migrants to self-deport or get fined thousands of dollars.

Content of the Ads

The 30-second and minute ads tout the administration’s tough stance on immigration and make it a point to cite numbers of people deported.

“Over 100,000 illegal aliens have been arrested,” said Kristi Noem, the Secretary of Homeland Security. “If you register using our CBP Home App and leave now, you could be allowed to return legally.”

Expert Opinion

Immigration Attorney Willy Allen said it’s unlikely those who self-deport will be allowed back in the U.S. “I don’t know of anybody that disagrees with deporting criminals,” said Allen, who added self-deportation is something migrants are considering, regardless of criminal record.

Complications of Self-Deportation

But leaving on your own volition is complicated, especially for those who have lived in the U.S. for decades, Allen said. “Anybody that goes back to their country is going to face a significantly large hurdle to come back,” Allen said. He added that if you have a criminal record, it’s even less likely. In fact, he’s telling some people to do it. “People with final order of deportation, in particular criminals, I am advising them to seek a third country to move to,” Allen said.

Threats of Fines

The longer ad even threatens those who don’t leave with fines. “You will be fined over $1,000 a day,” Noem warns in the ad. Allen acknowledged the threats are real and people should pay attention. “They may have a right to take your property or garner your wages or garner your bank accounts to collect those fines, so I’m very worried about the idea of fining people with final orders of deportation,” Allen said.

Conclusion

The new TV ads from the Department of Homeland Security are a clear indication of the administration’s stance on immigration. With threats of fines and deportation, undocumented migrants are faced with difficult decisions. It is essential for those affected to seek legal advice and understand their options.

FAQs

• Q: What do the new TV ads from the Department of Homeland Security say?
  A: The ads urge undocumented migrants to self-deport or face fines of over $1,000 a day.
• Q: Can migrants who self-deport return to the U.S. legally?
  A: According to Immigration Attorney Willy Allen, it is unlikely that those who self-deport will be allowed to return to the U.S. legally.
• Q: What options are available to migrants with a final order of deportation?
  A: Allen advises migrants with a final order of deportation, especially those with criminal records, to seek a third country to move to.
• Q: Are the threats of fines real?
  A: Yes, the threats of fines are real, and migrants should pay attention to them. The government may take property, wages, or bank accounts to collect the fines.