U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) posted a series of updates on December 14, 2025, addressing voluntary departure options for individuals in the country illegally and reflecting on the history and values of the U.S. Border Patrol.
In a tweet published at 13:55 UTC, CBP stated: "La aplicación CBP Home es su oportunidad de salir voluntariamente si está en el país ilegalmente. Úsela ahora, o será localizado y deportado sin posibilidad de regresar. Watch: https://t.co/FP0DeexqOt CBP Home App https://t.co/aS3YXX9KD1 https://t.co/ymQoOJLaCj https://t.co/gwCItTpSR1". The agency promoted its mobile application as a tool for those seeking to depart voluntarily from the United States.
Later that day, at 15:15 UTC, CBP highlighted the legacy of the U.S. Border Patrol: "Since its inception in 1924, the U.S. Border Patrol has had a proud history of service to our nation. The basic values that helped shape the Patrol include professionalism, honor, integrity, respect for human life, and shared effort. READ MORE: https://t.co/0lQrxzwlzw https://t.co/X05wYBB1A6".
At 18:20 UTC on December 14, CBP also posted a tweet containing only a link: "https://t.co/o8JoZi9EMy".
The CBP Home app is part of ongoing efforts by U.S. immigration authorities to streamline processes related to voluntary departure and compliance with immigration laws. These digital tools are designed to provide accessible information and resources for non-citizens facing removal proceedings or considering voluntary return options.
The U.S. Border Patrol operates under U.S. Customs and Border Protection within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Since its establishment in 1924, it has been tasked with securing national borders and enforcing immigration laws while upholding standards such as professionalism and respect for human life.
