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There are discussions of a forthcoming announcement aimed at promoting self-deportation among undocumented migrants. By allowing individuals to report themselves to immigration authorities without facing long-term bans, Homan and his team hope to encourage those without legal status to leave voluntarily. They are currently developing metrics to better capture self-deportation numbers to assess the scope of this phenomenon.
The Cartel Threat and Escalating Violence
While achieving reductions in border crossings, Homan also addresses the significant challenges posed by drug cartels and organized crime in Mexico. He emphasizes the danger of retaliation from these criminal organizations as they have become accustomed to lucrative trade routes into the U.S.