Deportation is the formal removal of a non-citizen from a country. The process is often complicated and lengthy. It is typically triggered by an immigration violation such as entering the country illegally, committing a crime in the United States, or remaining in the United States beyond the period of time allowed by law.
Countries have different policies and laws regarding the deportation of their citizens. Some have specific grounds for deportation such as a criminal conviction, while others may have more generalized reasons such as “public safety” or “national security.” In the United States, there are two ways to get deported:
The first way is by being placed in “removal proceedings.” This is when ICE formally accuses you of having removed from the country illegally, or of violating the terms of your visa or other status. The government must then prove these allegations with evidence. If the judge finds that you are removable, you will be ordered to leave the United States (or a particular country) at ICE’s expense. This can be done through a charter flight or by arranging for you to depart with the assistance of commercial airlines.
There are several ways to avoid deportation, including hiring a Chicago immigration attorney and fighting your case in court. In addition, a successful appeal can lead to your case being reopened and the deportation order being reversed. Finally, you can request a pardon or cancellation of your deportation from the President or federal courts.
People who are subject to deportation may face serious and long-lasting consequences for themselves, their families, communities, and the countries from which they come. Many of these individuals are long-settled in the US and have developed a strong sense of identity as American citizens. In addition, as Brock argues, they have formed relationships with others in the community that are significant to their wellbeing and their sense of purpose. Uprooting these individuals and forcing them back into hostile environments can lead to severed family ties, poverty, and mental health issues.
In addition, the return of deported individuals to their home countries can trigger violence and persecution, particularly against women, children, and people with disabilities. Deported individuals can also be subject to gang violence, and instabilities in the country’s political, social, and economic systems can lead to violent retaliation against those who have been deported.
Throughout his presidency, President Trump has shown himself to be hostile toward immigrants and refugees. His policy of separating families at the border, his attacks on Muslim communities, and his calls to build a wall in environmentally sensitive areas have enraged advocates of immigration reform and fueled anti-immigrant sentiments. As a result, many fear that the Trump administration will continue its push to remove millions of people from the country.