Trump Admin Imposes Immediate $5,000 Fee on Illegal Immigrants

• Trump administration imposes a $5,000 "apprehension fee" on individuals aged 14+ arrested after entering the U.S. without authorization.
• The fee is applied immediately upon apprehension, not after an immigration hearing, and applies nationwide.
• Non-payment results in a debt to the U.S. government, potentially blocking future legal entry or immigration benefits.
• This fee is part of a broader enforcement strategy, including daily fines and voluntary departure incentives, under the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' Act.
• The policy faces criticism from immigration advocates who deem it punitive and harmful, raising concerns about due process.

Why It Matters: New $5,000 fee for illegal entry immediately impacts migrants and future legal status.