Trump Administration Cracks Down on Illegal Immigration CDL After Fatal Accident

Tom Homan, the Border Czar, has announced a significant move from the Trump administration to revoke commercial driver’s licenses held by illegal immigrants, with more than 28,000 licenses set to be canceled by May 1, 2026. This decision comes in the wake of the tragic arrest of Michael Bonn, an undocumented Haitian immigrant, who faces charges of vehicular homicide following a fatal incident involving a Pennsylvania state trooper. Homan attributes the ongoing immigration crisis to sanctuary states and cities, particularly highlighting Massachusetts.

Meanwhile, an Uzbek truck driver, who entered the United States through the diversity lottery, was involved in the death of a talented college soccer goalie in Ohio over the weekend. This individual relied on Google Translate to communicate with state troopers who arrived after the accident. The victim, Toby Forsyth, just 21 years old and playing for the University of Massachusetts Lowell, was killed when Bekzod Aslarov, 42, crashed into the back of his vehicle on Interstate 71 in Madison County.

Upon the arrival of Ohio State Highway Patrol officers, Aslarov, possessing an Ohio commercial driver’s license, reportedly attempted to conceal the dashcam from his truck by ripping it out and stuffing it into his pocket.

Notably, Aslarov had been granted entry into the United States via the Diversity Visa Lottery Program in 2024, during the Biden administration. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy raised concerns in a letter, stating that allowing truck drivers who can’t read road signs or communicate effectively with law enforcement poses a serious risk on the highways.

Sources indicate that Forsyth, an economics major, had a promising athletic career. He previously played at Ashland University and contributed significantly at Shawnee State University before joining the River Hawks in 2026. Lynn Coutts, the athletics director at Massachusetts Lowell, expressed sorrow over his loss, recognizing the impact Forsyth made during his time with the team.

Head coach Kyle Zenoni added that Forsyth was dedicated and hardworking, never expecting shortcuts but always looking for the opportunity to prove himself. The team and community are mourning his passing and remember him as a valued member of their family.

The Trump administration’s crackdown appears aimed at improving highway safety by addressing the presence of immigrant truck drivers who may not have the necessary language skills, marking a significant step in the ongoing immigration debate. Recently, a Haitian national was also charged with the death of a Pennsylvania State Police trooper during a traffic inspection.