Donald Trump was elected with a strong focus on his primary campaign promise: deporting illegal aliens and securing the southern border.

Donald Trump has assured the nation that this extensive initiative will begin on January 21, 2025. Now is the time for illegal aliens to leave the United States voluntarily to avoid the risk of being forcibly removed later. Choosing self-deportation not only spares them from being handcuffed and jailed but also simplifies their opportunity to return to America legally in the future.

No one who has been forcibly deported will be allowed to re-enter the United States. It is essential to communicate this message in the native languages of illegal immigrants so they can fully understand the benefits of self-deportation.

Forced deportations will be a harsh and difficult process. Families who self-deport can remain together, while those who resist could face prolonged detention—sometimes lasting days or even weeks—while awaiting transport. Voluntary departure is the proper,  humane and practical option.

For those who meet the criteria, joining the U.S. Armed Forces offers a clear path to citizenship. Aliens (non-citizens) can gain U.S. citizenship through military service under specific conditions. Here’s an overview of the process:

1. Eligibility to Enlist as an Alien

• Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs): Green Card holders can enlist in the U.S. Armed Forces.

• Non-Immigrant Visa Holders or Undocumented Immigrants: Generally cannot enlist, although exceptions exist through special programs (e.g., MAVNI program, when available, for certain visa holders with critical skills).

2. Citizenship Through Military Service

• Expedited Naturalization Process:

• Under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) §§ 328 and 329, non-citizens who serve honorably in the U.S. military can apply for expedited naturalization.

• Key benefits include waivers for continuous residence and physical presence requirements.

• Service Requirements:

• During Peacetime (§ 328):

• Minimum one year of honorable service.

• Apply for citizenship while serving or within six months of an honorable discharge.

• During Periods of Hostilities (§ 329):

• Any honorable service (even one day) qualifies.

• The U.S. has been in a designated period of hostilities since September 11, 2001.

• Moral Character Requirements:

• Must demonstrate good moral character.

• Dishonorable discharge or certain criminal convictions can disqualify candidates.

3. Application Process

• File Form N-400 (Application for Naturalization) with a certified form of military service (Form N-426).

• The process is often expedited compared to civilian applicants.

4. Posthumous Citizenship

• If an alien dies as a result of active duty service, they can be granted posthumous citizenship, which may provide immigration benefits to surviving family members.

5. Benefits for Family Members

• Immediate relatives of service members (spouses, children) may also be eligible for expedited or special immigration benefits.