Over 6,000 Undocumented Immigrants Forced to Leave U.S.; Social Security Numbers Revoked with "Deceased" Label | WPN World People News

According to an Associated Press report, the Trump administration recently added approximately 6,300 legally residing immigrants to the Social Security Administration’s “Death Master File,” resulting in the cancellation of their Social Security Numbers (SSNs). This action has prevented them from working legally, opening bank accounts, or enrolling their children in school.

The move stems from claims by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that these individuals were under “temporary parole” and had connections to terrorist watchlists or FBI criminal records, though no concrete evidence has been provided. The White House stated that the goal is to eliminate the economic incentives for unlawful stay and to encourage voluntary departure.

However, immigrant rights advocates have criticized the action as a form of “digital assassination,” emphasizing that the affected individuals are lawful residents. They argue it violates privacy and civil rights. Experts have also warned that labeling living individuals as deceased poses risks to all Americans, as similar errors could affect a broader population.

In addition, the government has revoked the legal status of immigrants who applied for parole through the CBP One mobile app and has reached an agreement with the IRS to grant Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) access to immigrants’ tax records. This move has sparked significant privacy concerns and led to the resignation of acting IRS Commissioner Melanie Krause.

The incident highlights the administration’s hardline stance on immigration policy and raises alarm over potential infringements on individual privacy and legal rights, drawing widespread public attention.