In a social media post, the department appeared to advertise free flights to India alongside a cash benefit of up to $2,600 for those choosing to exit the United States on their own. The campaign also referenced China and Colombia, highlighting countries with significant immigrant populations in the U.S.
The programme encourages migrants without legal status to notify authorities of their intent to leave. In return, participants may receive assistance with travel arrangements and a financial payout. DHS officials state that the initiative aims to reduce enforcement costs, ease pressure on detention systems, and allow individuals to avoid legal penalties associated with formal deportation.
