President Trump is set to unveil at least three executive actions this evening, prominently featuring a proclamation for the establishment of “Project Homecoming,” a program aimed at incentivizing undocumented immigrants to self-deport.
This initiative emerges as the White House intensifies its campaign to promote self-deportation, in response to what they perceive as radical left judges obstructing the administration’s attempts at mass deportations. Last month, officials from the Department of Homeland Security, alongside White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, issued reminders to undocumented immigrants about their obligations under the long-overlooked Alien Registration Act, warning that failure to register and exit the country could lead to arrest and a lifetime ban on re-entry.
Border Czar Tom Homan recently delivered a stark message to undocumented immigrants who do not comply. “If you’re an illegal alien in the United States, this message is for you,” he asserted. “You cannot evade ICE. We are actively searching for you.”
Project Homecoming proposes an “exit bonus” for “undocumented individuals who voluntarily and permanently leave the United States. The program seeks to streamline their departure, offering taxpayer-funded flights for those lacking valid travel documents.
Additionally, the initiative aims to amplify communication efforts regarding the program, outlining the “consequences of remaining, which include removal, prosecution, fines, wage garnishment, and property confiscation.” Those who choose not to leave voluntarily will encounter a “full-scale, aggressive deportation surge, bolstered by an increase of 10,000 officers.”
Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Launches Project Homecoming
PROJECT HOMECOMING INITIATIVE:Today, President Donald J. Trump signed a proclamation launching Project Homecoming to encourage undocumented immigrants to willingly depart the United States.
• The proclamation presents undocumented immigrants with a choice: depart voluntarily with federal support and financial assistance or face stringent enforcement and penalties.
• It introduces a streamlined process for departure using the CBP Home app, offering government-funded flights at no cost to undocumented individuals, facilitating travel for those without valid travel documents, and providing a concierge service at airports to assist with travel arrangements and claiming an exit bonus.
• The proclamation introduces an “exit bonus” as a financial incentive for undocumented individuals who agree to voluntarily and permanently leave the United States.
• It launches a nationwide communications campaign to inform undocumented individuals about the Project Homecoming program and the repercussions of remaining, including removal, prosecution, fines, wage garnishment, and property confiscation.
• It directs a full-scale, aggressive deportation surge, including an additional 10,000 officers, for undocumented individuals who do not depart voluntarily.
ADDRESSING UNDOCUMENTED IMMIGRATION IN THE UNITED STATES: President Trump is fulfilling his legal obligation to address the situation and protect the American populace.
• During the previous administration, the southern border was overwhelmed by cartels, criminal gangs, suspected terrorists, human traffickers, smugglers, and illicit drugs.
• The Biden Administration’s lenient policies allowed thousands of undocumented individuals to enter the United States daily, with 40% of catch-and-release migrants completely disappearing.
• At one point in 2024, undocumented individuals constituted 75% of arrests in Midtown Manhattan for crimes such as assault, robbery, and domestic violence.
• Undocumented immigration places a strain on American schools and hospitals, limiting their capacity to serve citizens, and siphoning billions of dollars from federal, state, and local social services intended for Americans in need.
• In fiscal year 2023, the financial burden of undocumented individuals was estimated to surpass $150 billion in taxpayer dollars, covering expenses such as health care, food assistance, housing, education, and emergency services.
• By encouraging voluntary departure, Project Homecoming aims to mitigate these costs and restore resources for American citizens.
SECURING THE BORDER:President Trump is delivering on his pledge to fortify the border and prioritize the needs of American citizens, taking decisive action to resolve the border crisis initiated by the previous administration. Since taking office, President Trump has:
• Declared a national emergency at the southern border.
• Deployed additional personnel to the border, including members of the Armed Forces and the National Guard.
• Resumed construction of the border wall.
• Designated international cartels and criminal organizations – such as MS-13 and Tren de Aragua – as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists.
• Suspended the admission of certain aliens into the U.S.
• Called for stronger vetting and screening of immigrants.
• Identified nations that warrant partial or complete restrictions on the admission of their nationals.
• Reinstated the detention and removal of individuals violating federal law.
• Directed the administration to restart the Migrant Protection Protocols – commonly referred to as “Remain in Mexico.”
• Discontinued the use of the CBP One app.
• Abolished all categorical parole programs, such as the “Processes for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans,” that conflict with President Trump’s immigration agenda.
• Stopped automatic citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants.
• Paused the operations of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP).
• Ended catch-and-release policies.
• Revoked the Biden administration’s controversial executive actions that effectively opened the southern border.
• Detained the most dangerous undocumented criminal aliens in Guantanamo Bay and El Salvador’s prisons.
• Removed the financial incentives for undocumented immigrants to enter the United States by ensuring they do not receive taxpayer-funded resources.
The President is anticipated to answer questions from reporters as he signs the proclamation, along with another memorandum and executive order.
