Trump Administration Enforces Immigrant Registry Under Revived 1940 Law

The new policy mandates undocumented immigrants to register with the federal government or face fines and imprisonment, raising concerns among advocacy groups and legal experts.

The Trump administration has introduced a federal registry requiring undocumented immigrants aged 14 and older to submit fingerprints, home addresses, and other personal details.
Failure to comply with the registry could result in fines of up to $5,000 or six months in federal prison, with registration cards required to be carried at all times.
Advocacy groups and immigration lawyers warn the policy could escalate fear and anxiety, making immigrants more vulnerable to deportation by ICE.
The policy is based on the Alien Registration Act of 1940, which has not been enforced in decades, prompting legal experts to question its modern-day applicability.
Community leaders predict low compliance with the registry, citing mistrust of federal authorities and fears of being targeted for deportation.