Particle.news
Download on the App Store

Mexico Creates Bail Fund to Help Nationals Detained in the U.S.

Officials cast the move as humanitarian support that also signals protest over U.S. treatment of Mexican migrants.

Overview

  • President Claudia Sheinbaum announced a government fund to cover bail for Mexicans held in U.S. immigration detention, with consulates coordinating assistance.
  • Since Jan. 20, 2025, U.S. authorities have returned 152,592 people to Mexico, including 140,706 Mexican nationals and 11,886 foreigners, according to Sheinbaum.
  • Mexico has delivered diplomatic notes to President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio voicing disagreement with how migrants are being treated.
  • The México te Abraza program has provided more than 800,000 services to returnees, including IMSS enrollments, transport to home communities, and other aid.
  • National Guard security operations will support returning migrants during the year-end travel period, with a special program to receive and act on complaints.