The Trump administration said it is offering a $2,500 stipend to children who voluntarily return to their home countries after illegally entering the United States unaccompanied.
On Oct. 3, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) told migrant shelters that immigration officers have identified unaccompanied children aged 14 and older in federal custody who have expressed interest in leaving the country, according to a letter obtained by The Associated Press (AP).
“The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will provide a one-time resettlement support stipend of $2,500 … to unaccompanied alien children, 14 years of age and older, who have elected to voluntarily depart the United States as of the date of this notice and moving forward,” the letter stated, adding that the payment is meant to “support reintegration efforts following departure.”…