An ICE policy allows the deportation of certain migrants to third countries

 


A recently disclosed memo from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement outlines a policy that allows for the deportation of certain migrants to third countries when their home governments refuse to accept their return.

According to thenationalpulse, the directive, which is marked as effective immediately, was issued by Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons.

Under the new guidelines, ICE can carry out deportations with as little as six hours' notice in urgent or "exigent" situations.

The memo outlines a process to address longstanding challenges when some countries refuse to cooperate with removal requests. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem described the initiative as a crucial tool for removing individuals with serious criminal records.