Cuban migrants in the United States may be spared from the massive deportation plan that elected President Donald Trump is preparing to implement upon his arrival at the White House in January 2025.
Immigration attorney Ismael Labrador stated that Cubans in the United States should not be alarmed by the announcements of these deportation plans, as there are legal options available to support them.
In an interview with journalist Mario J. Pentón, Labrador explained that most Cubans are protected due to their immigration status, as they hold a two-year humanitarian parole that allows them to take advantage of the Cuban Adjustment Act.
Cubans who have entered the country under the humanitarian parole program are entitled to work permits, driver's licenses, and proper documentation, which minimizes the risk of deportation.
Even holders of the I-220A form, as long as their documents are in order, should not worry about being deported either.
People with less than a year in the country and those who have not yet applied for their residency in the United States may indeed be in a more vulnerable situation. They should make an effort to stay within the bounds of the law and keep all their paperwork up to date.
Labrador warned that individuals with deportation orders due to illegal entries and other specific cases may face a more complicated situation, as these deportations will continue to occur regularly as they have been.
The lawyer emphasized the importance of acting promptly and responsibly in immigration processes, especially in cases of political asylum applications, commonly known as credible fear interviews, or court declarations.
He advised those with pending matters to contact their lawyers immediately to get everything in order and prepare a solid defense. Delaying such actions could lead to serious problems, especially with the arrival of the new administration.
Labrador insisted that individuals who have applied for residency have nothing to fear, as long as they comply with local and federal laws.
"The greatest success is when you have legal counsel. Staying within the law is essential, at this stage and always," he concluded.
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