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The recent revocation of parole status has sparked heated debate within the immigrant community in the United States, especially among Cubans, Venezuelans, Nicaraguans, and Haitians. This measure, which takes effect on April 24, could have immediate consequences, as the Department of Homeland Security reserves the right to take action against those deemed eligible for removal before the stipulated 30-day period expires.
Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar has expressed her opposition to this decision, blaming the Biden administration for raising expectations in these communities that have not been met. On her Twitter account, Salazar stated: “Trump is correcting the immigration disaster left by Biden. There is no doubt that the legal limbo Cubans, Venezuelans, Haitians, and Nicaraguans face today is a direct consequence of the Biden Administration's empty promises.”
Salazar emphasized that many of these people have fled failed communist regimes hoping to find freedom and opportunity in the United States, only to be betrayed by inconsistent and mismanaged policies. He also called on President Trump not to punish those who entered under this parole program and to allow them to seek alternative ways to remain in the country.
The congresswoman's statement has sparked mixed reactions. Some applaud her efforts to speak out in defense of immigrants, while others criticize the lack of impact her post will have on government decisions. However, Salazar has not limited herself to social media; she is expected to send a formal letter to the Department of Homeland Security and President Trump, although no such action has been confirmed so far.
It's important to note that, although it has been announced that parole status will be revoked for half a million people, the situation is more complex. Of the 532,000 immigrants who entered under this program, many have already managed to obtain permanent residency or have begun the process to do so. Those who have not yet reached the year and one day threshold to legally remain in the country are the most vulnerable in this situation.
On the other hand, the situation for Nicaraguans, Haitians, and Venezuelans is more complicated, as they do not have a law similar to that of Cubans. This means that those who have not requested asylum or have no other legal basis to remain in the country will face deportation within 30 days.
The community awaits with uncertainty the government's response and the eventual implementation of this measure, while Salazar continues his fight to defend immigrant rights.
