The recent election of Donald Trump as president of the United States has created uncertainty among migrants who are waiting to enter the country through scheduled appointments via the CBP One app.
Many immigrants are waiting for their appointment in Mexico, but they fear that once in power, Trump will implement stricter policies that will make it harder for them to enter the country through legal channels.
In a recent interview with journalist Mario J. Pentón, attorney Jesús Novo of Gallardo Law Firm emphasized the importance of staying calm and acting within the framework of the law.
Novo warned that attempting to cross the border illegally, driven by fears of possible changes in immigration policies, is a mistake that can lead to serious consequences.
Immigrants who cross illegally are not only at risk of deportation, but they also cannot seek any legal means of staying in the country, nor will they be able to attempt to re-enter the United States for at least five years.
The lawyer urged migrants to trust the established process and wait for their scheduled appointment through CBP One, as it may be granted before January. If that is not the case, it will be necessary to see what decisions the new administration makes regarding this matter.
In 2024, the CBP One application has been at the center of attention due to its key role in the immigration management of the United States.
In August, it was reported that the application expanded its reach to southern regions of Mexico, such as Chiapas and Tabasco, allowing migrants, including many Cubans, to access asylum appointments closer to their locations.
In September, it was announced that Mexico's National Migration Institute (INM) established an "Emergent Safe Mobility Corridor" to facilitate the transfer of migrants with confirmed appointments in CBP One to the U.S. border points.
It is essential for migrants to stay informed and follow the established legal pathways for their entry into the United States, avoiding hasty actions that could jeopardize their future.
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