• Trump announces plans for a 'self-deportation program' for illegal immigrants.
• The program includes financial incentives, including stipends and airfare.
• Trump emphasizes the need to focus on removing 'bad people' while considering 'good' immigrants.

U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed a new "self-deportation program" aimed at incentivizing illegal immigrants to leave the country voluntarily. In an interview with Fox Noticias, Trump stated, "We're going to give them a stipend. We're going to give them some money and a plane ticket... if they're good – if we want them back in, we're going to work with them to get them back in as quickly as we can," according to South China Morning Post.

Trump's comments reflect a shift from his previously hardline stance on immigration, as he seeks to balance the removal of individuals deemed dangerous with the potential reintegration of law-abiding immigrants. He mentioned, "These are rough, bad people. We want them out," while simultaneously indicating a willingness to keep immigrants who contribute positively to society, reports India Times.

During the interview, a clip was shown of a Mexican man who had lived in the U.S. illegally for over two decades, leading Trump to express his intent to support such individuals if they are "good." Trump stated, "I look at this man. I say, this is a guy that we want to keep," according to Business Insider.

The plan to offer financial support poses concerns about its impact on immigration patterns and labor shortages. Analysts warn that drastic measures could exacerbate demographic challenges in critical sectors like agriculture and construction. Trump's intention to "help hotels and farms get the workers they need" further underscores the complexities involved in immigration reform, according to Business Insider.