DHS Emails Thousands, Including U.S. Citizens, to Self-Deport Amid Policy Confusion

A number of U.S. citizens, including immigration attorneys and legal representatives, have recently received erroneous emails from the Department of Homeland Security ordering them to self-deport. The emails, characterized by threatening language, were mistakenly sent as part of the Trump administration's push to roll back a Biden-era policy that allowed certain immigrants to stay and work in the U.S. temporarily. Recipients, such as Carlos Trujillo, a naturalized citizen and immigration lawyer in Utah, expressed shock and concern over the incident, emphasizing their lawful status and citizenship. U.S. Customs and Border Protection acknowledged that notices may have been sent to unintended recipients if non-personal emails were provided by non-citizens. The incident has raised legal and moral concerns, with advocates warning it could instill fear among lawful residents and undermine trust in immigration enforcement. DHS has not yet provided a public explanation or remedy for the error.