Don’t Risk Your Future: The United States Cracks Down on Illegal Immigration (Amb. Ervin Massinga) 

From U.S. Ambassador To Ethiopia Ervin Massinga 

To make America safe, strong, and prosperous, President Trumpis ensuring that U.S. immigration laws are followed. If you try toentertheUnitedStatesillegally, lie to geta visa, work without legal permission,or stay in theUnited States after your visa or visa waiver period expires, you will face serious penalties. These include jail time, deportation, and a permanent ban on obtaining a U.S. visa in the future. 

If you have family or friends who are in theUnited States illegally,now is the time to tell them to  come home. 

U.S.Visa FraudHas Serious Consequences 

TheU.S. visa processisthemostsecure in the world. Yet,some people unwisely still try to cheat the system by using fake documents, lying on applications,or staying after their visa expires.These are examples of visa fraud, and it is a serious crime. If you break the law in this way, you will be punished, and you may never be allowed to entertheUnited States again. 

President TrumpisHolding EveryoneAccountable 

The United States government is also taking action against those who help others enter the country illegally. This includes smugglers, human traffickers and even foreign government officials who allow illegal immigration to continue. 

Recently, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a new visa restriction policy for foreign officials – including immigration, customs, and port authority staff –who fail to help stop illegal immigration. Thisbuildson similar existing restrictions for those in the transportation and tourism industries. ThosewhothreatenU.S.security by facilitating illegal immigration are not welcome in our country. 

The Choice is Clear – Follow the Law 

The risks of trying to illegally immigrate to the United States far outweigh any potential benefits. You could lose your life, become a victim of criminals, or end up with a record that damages your future and your family’s future.

Illegal entry not only breaksU.S. laws, it also puts your safety and well-being in jeopardy. The penalties are serious: jail time,separation from your family, and permanent ban from entering the United States. 

If you know someone who is in theUnited States Illegally,the best thing you can do for them is  encourage them to leave now before they are caught. 

For everyone, the message is simple: Make the right choice, follow the law, and do not risk your safety, your family, or your future.

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