Trump Admin to Fine Immigrants $998/Day—Because Why Deport When You Can Loot First?

Trump Admin to Fine Immigrants $998/Day—Because Why Deport When You Can Loot First?

In today's episode of “This Definitely Isn’t Fascism,” the Trump administration is dusting off a 1996 order that basically turns immigration enforcement into a cash grab. The plan? Charge immigrants up to $998 per day—yes, per day—if the government claims they’re in the country illegally.

Let’s be clear: this isn’t about law and order. This is legalized asset seizure dressed up as immigration policy. The goal isn’t to enforce immigration law—it’s to strip working families of their savings and scare them into leaving on their own.

And don’t think this only applies to recent arrivals. The language is vague enough that anyone with a green card issue, expired paperwork, or even those stuck in legal limbo could suddenly find themselves racking up thousands in “fines” overnight.

So let’s recap:$998/day fine.

No trial. No hearing. Just a vague claim of “illegal presence.”

Goal: bankrupt, confiscate, deport.

This is what happens when fear becomes a business model.