Deported from the U.S., Mexicans Face a Harsh Homecoming

More than 100,000 Mexican nationals have been deported from the United States since January, according to Mexican government data. This surge follows President Donald Trump's crackdown on immigration. Many of those expelled, often called "retornados" or returnees, now face a difficult reality. They are arriving in a country they left long ago or, in some cases, have never known. The initial shock of deportation is only the first challenge. The longer and more complex struggle involves finding work, housing, and a place in a society that feels foreign. These individuals once pursued opportunities in the United States. Now, they must attempt to rebuild their lives from scratch in Mexico.