"Díaz-Canel, do not accept it": Cuban pleads that he does not accept deportation from La Cintumbare to Cuba

A Cuban on TikTok urges Díaz-Canel to prevent the deportation of influencer Cinthya Medrano from the U.S., emphasizing concerns for her family situation and the political climate in Cuba.


A Cuban woman has sparked a sensation on social media by sharing a video on her TikTok account, in which she appeals to the Cuban leader, Miguel Díaz-Canel, not to allow the deportation of the Cuban influencer Cinthya Medrano, known as La Cintumbare, who was recently arrested in the United States. The young woman is currently in ICE custody and is at risk of deportation.

In the video, the woman, visibly emotional, speaks directly to Díaz-Canel:

"I ask you on behalf of La Cintumbare, because she cannot speak and cannot defend herself. I, a Cuban just like her, who left Cuba to fight and move forward, ask you not to allow her deportation. Do not receive her in Cuba so that all those ill-intentioned Cubans cannot achieve what they want. This video is for you."

The request comes amid the controversy surrounding the arrest of La Cintumbare, who, according to reports, was detained by U.S. authorities and is facing a process that could lead to her deportation to Cuba.

The influencer, known for her charisma and controversies on social media, has a son and her mother living on the island, which adds tension to her situation.

The news of Cinthya Medrano's arrest was published on CiberCuba, where it was detailed that U.S. immigration authorities apprehended the influencer, who was in the country without the necessary documents.

This case has sparked a debate on social media, particularly among the followers of La Cintumbare, who have expressed concerns about his future if he returns to the island.

The request from this Cuban on TikTok reflects the solidarity that some feel towards Medrano, as well as the fear of what he could face if he returns to Cuba amid the social and political tensions the nation is experiencing.

The case of La Cintumbare continues to be a topic of conversation and, as has happened with other Cuban migrants in irregular situations, highlights the complexities and challenges faced by those seeking to rebuild their lives outside the island.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Possible Deportation of La Cintumbare and Its Impact

Why is La Cintumbare facing deportation from the United States to Cuba?

The Cuban influencer Cinthya Medrano, known as La Cintumbare, is in ICE custody in the United States because she was in the country without the required immigration documents. She is facing a process that could lead to her deportation to Cuba, which has raised concern and solidarity among her followers.

What has been the reaction of La Cintumbare's followers to her possible deportation?

The detention of La Cintumbare has sparked a debate on social media, where her supporters have expressed concern for her future if she returns to Cuba. The case reflects the complexity and challenges faced by irregular Cuban migrants, generating a wave of solidarity towards her.

What has a Cuban publicly requested from the Díaz-Canel government regarding La Cintumbare?

A Cuban has made an appeal to the Cuban leader, Miguel Díaz-Canel, through a TikTok video, asking that he does not accept the deportation of La Cintumbare. She requests that she not be received in Cuba to prevent her detractors from achieving their goals, highlighting solidarity and support for Medrano.

What controversy surrounds La Cintumbare in relation to the Cuban regime?

La Cintumbare has been at the center of controversy due to her alleged support for the Cuban regime while living in the United States. This situation has led the Cuban singer Dianelys Alfonso Cartaya, known as La Diosa, to lead a petition for her deportation, arguing that Medrano supports the Cuban regime.

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Yare Grau

Originally from Cuba, but living in Spain. I studied Social Communication at the University of Havana and later graduated in Audiovisual Communication from the University of Valencia. I am currently part of the CiberCuba team as an editor in the Entertainment section.