Policy Shift and Criticism
The Trump administration has introduced the CBP app, aiming to facilitate voluntary departure for undocumented migrants in the , framing it as a move towards self-deportation and immigration system integrity.
Critics argue this initiative, part of a broader immigration crackdown, undermines asylum access rights and fosters a culture of fear among immigrants.
Implementation and Impact
The app replaces the previous CBP One system, which was used for asylum applications, and is now directed at encouraging undocumented migrants to leave voluntarily.
Despite the administration's portrayal of the app as a pathway to legal return and the American dream, experts question its effectiveness and the motivations behind creating a voluntary departure option.