Donald Trump's administration has intensified its immigration measures by announcing new fees that increase the costs for those who attempt to enter the United States without authorization or who seek temporary residence for humanitarian reasons. One of the measures, announced via a video from the Mexican Embassy in the United States, imposes a fine of $5,000 on those who illegally cross the border, as part of a campaign to deter irregular migration. In addition, a fee of 1,000 dollars has been established for humanitarian parole applicants. These measures are part of the implementation of Trump's HR-1 tax reform, and according to the Department of Homeland Security, they seek to strengthen immigration controls.
The humanitarian parole program, a strategy of the Biden Administration to manage migratory flows in an orderly manner, has allowed the temporary entry of thousands of migrants from various countries. Although it does not offer permanent residence, it represents a safe alternative to illegal crossings. However, the Trump Administration, backed by the Supreme Court, has achieved its elimination, forcing thousands of migrants to face deportation or return to their countries of origin. These actions reflect a hardening of the United States' immigration policy, creating uncertainty among migrants seeking refuge and opportunities in a context of crisis in their nations.
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