A Cuban temporarily residing in Mexico has gone viral on TikTok for her reaction upon receiving her long-awaited CBP One appointment, a critical step for legally entering the United States. The touching clip, which was originally shared by user @mercedes27091985, reflects the joy and excitement she felt upon learning that her application had been approved.
In the video, the woman, visibly emotional, cannot hold back her tears as she informs her family via video call about the news. "I got the appointment. Thank you, my God," she says through her tears, happy and hopeful about starting a new chapter of her life in the United States.
The CBP One program, implemented by the Customs and Border Protection Office, allows qualified migrants to schedule appointments to regularize their entry into the United States. For many Cubans who have embarked on long and dangerous journeys to Mexico, this process represents a crucial opportunity to achieve the American dream legally.
Reactions on TikTok have been swift, with thousands of supportive and empathetic comments directed towards the Cuban woman. "Many will say I'm exaggerating, but believe me, you have to feel it! It's more than that," "You made me cry because I went through the same thing. I was on a video call with my mom and sister when I shared my screen for them to see how I asked, and when she joined, she said that," "Only those of us who spent so much time in Mexico know that when that email arrives, it's a blessing that makes us cry, jump, and laugh. I can't explain what I felt."
This case of a Cuban not only highlights the challenges many migrants face in their journey but also the hope and determination that drive them to overcome obstacles in pursuit of a better future.
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