Mexico tests app to help migrants alert contacts before US detention

Mexico is testing a new cellphone app that allows migrants to alert relatives and consulates if they are about to be detained by U.S. immigration. This initiative responds to President-elect Donald Trump's plans for mass deportations. The app functions like a panic button, sending notifications to selected contacts and the nearest Mexican consulate. It is currently in small-scale testing and is expected to launch in January. In addition to the app, Mexico has increased consular staff and legal aid for migrants facing deportation. A 24-hour call center has also been established to assist migrants with their inquiries.