Lisa Anderson, a doctor born in the United States, received an email from federal immigration authorities demanding that she leave the country immediately. Despite being a U.S. citizen, Anderson was told by the Department of Homeland Security that “It is time for you to leave the United States.” Immigration authorities have been urging noncitizens to self-deport, but Anderson’s case is unusual as she is a citizen. A senior DHS official stated that the notices are being sent to individuals without lawful status. There have been cases of unintended recipients, such as a Boston immigration attorney who also received the email. Anderson has been carrying her U.S. passport and is seeking legal advice. She is concerned that there may be others like her who received similar emails and did not realize there was an issue.CBP is monitoring communications and addressing issues case by case. The officials emphasize that being in the United States is a privilege for aliens, not a right. Anderson and the Boston attorney believe there may be more individuals in similar situations, prompting concern and the need for legal representation.
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