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On May 9, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed a proclamation to establish Project Homecoming, which encourages individuals without legal status in the United States to leave voluntarily. The program offers financial assistance, government-funded flights, and support services to aid those departing. Additionally, it includes an enforcement strategy with increased deportation efforts for individuals who do not participate, aiming to alleviate the financial impact of illegal immigration on American taxpayers.

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