The Trump administration secretly deported nine people to Cameroon on January 14, 2026, despite having U.S. court protections against such action. None of the deportees were Cameroonian citizens, but rather nationals of other African countries, including Zimbabwe, Morocco, and Ghana.
On February 16, 2026, a new group of third-country nationals was deported to Cameroon, raising concerns over human rights and due process. The deportees were reportedly unaware of their destination until they were placed on a Department of Homeland Security flight and restrained.
The Trump administration has spent millions on deals with countries like Cameroon, Eswatini, and Rwanda, sparking criticism over potential human rights abuses. Critics argue this policy exploits legal loopholes and risks exposing migrants to harm.
Eight of the nine original deportees had protection orders granted by a U.S. immigration judge, citing fears of persecution or torture in their home countries. The Cameroonian government has not publicly commented on the agreements.
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