Mexico to Roll Out ‘Panic App’ for Nationals Being Deported
Mexico’s government is planning to launch a new “panic app” aimed at helping Mexican nationals being deported by the US authorities to stay in touch with their families and friends back home.
The app, called “Migri,” is expected to be rolled out shortly and will allow users to send priority messages to loved ones, as well as receive important updates and automated messages, such as tracking information, during their deportation.
According to Mexican officials, the app is designed to provide a sense of security and peace of mind to deportees, given the challenges many face when being separated from their families and communities.
The app is expected to be particularly useful for individuals who are deported without notice or who are not proficient in English, making it harder for them to communicate with their loved ones.
In addition to providing a means of communication, the app is also slated to offer a range of other services, including access to legal assistance, job training, and social services.
The government has announced that the app will be rolled out in phases, starting with the majority-Hispanic neighborhoods in Los Angeles and other major US cities with significant Mexican immigrant populations.
Mexico’s President, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, has expressed his support for the new initiative, stating that it is a vital step in ensuring the well-being and dignity of Mexican nationals being deported.
“Not only will the panic app provide a lifeline for deportees, but it will also underscore our commitment to supporting the more than 11 million Mexican nationals living in the United States,” the President said.