A Cuban identified on TikTok as @i.am.ivey has sparked intense debate after posting a video in which he expresses his confidence in Donald Trump and his immigration policies. In the clip, the creator states: “This video may not sit well with many people, but look at the new president who is now in office, Donald Trump, who is no longer new. It’s good that he’s running again, and if he’s running again, there must be a reason, because he did things right.”
The tiktoker expressed his faith that Trump will bring a solution for immigrants: “He is going to solve the problem for us immigrants. I'm really telling you, he will solve it. Because when I came in with him, I came in with my papers, I had everything. I was here to get residency, there was a process that went through. But now you end up in a migration limbo, without papers, with nothing.”
The creator also argued that under Trump's first term, the economy was more stable and daily life was better: “With Trump, gas was cheap, there were jobs, everything was fine. Everyone felt good. This is the man who is going to solve the problem.”
Regarding the recent immigration measures, such as the reactivation of the border wall and the end of Humanitarian Parole, he commented: “What they are doing with the border issue is meant to organize the entry of people. Right now, things are tough, but there will come a time when they will say, ‘Okay, everyone can enter through the channel,’ because I entered through the channel with him, and I came out with papers.”
The video sparked a wave of reactions, both of support and rejection. “We’re not going to the club or the beach with him; what we need is opportunities and a strong economy, and in that, he is the best”; “I also aligned with Trump in 2017, and I completely agree with you. He is straightforward and speaks the truth, naming things as they are”; “The problem is that in Cuba, they teach people to hate all American presidents who oppose that communist system, and they even blame Trump for Cuba’s problems, not Canel”; “Without a doubt, this is the man,” some said.
Many, on the other hand, criticized his stance or shared differing viewpoints: “You were lucky, but many people were in prison for up to two years and still don’t have papers”; “I’ve always followed you, but I don’t have any allegiance to Trump; he’s not going to solve anything, and I have a son in Cuba who has no family there, it doesn’t matter, nobody is going to get in for 4 years”; “But the economy isn’t the most important thing, and I’m going to wait for your video saying that everything remains the same as it is now”; “At one point I thought something similar, but no way, I can’t get over the sadness I feel seeing so many people terrified and especially those who are still waiting for CBP and parole”; “This isn’t going to solve any problems, come on, don’t be blind”; “The people who entered organized like CBP One and the humanitarian parole now want to kick out many people who work and pay taxes just like him. I don’t think this is fair,” others added.
Some pointed out the current difficulties and the distrust in Trump's policies: “Things remain the same, eggs are extremely expensive, and we'll see who picks the tomatoes when there’s no migrant labor. Prices will continue to rise"; “The worst thing a human can do is place their trust in a man who is mortal.”
What is clear is that Trump's figure continues to divide opinions, especially among migrants. Is it possible to trust that these policies will resolve the immigration issue, or will they only exacerbate the uncertainty? The debate remains open.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Immigration Debate and Donald Trump's Policies
Why does a Cuban in the U.S. support Donald Trump's immigration policies?
The Cuban identified as @i.am.ivey on TikTok defends Donald Trump's policies because he believes that Trump will solve the immigration issue. He claims that during Trump's first term, the process to obtain residency was clearer and more organized, and that the economy was more stable, with cheap gas and more job opportunities.
What is the reaction of the Cuban community to @i.am.ivey's opinions?
The opinions of @i.am.ivey have generated division in the Cuban community. While some support his stance, arguing that Trump has been straightforward and effective in his policies, others criticize his confidence in Trump, pointing out that many immigrants have faced hardships and find themselves in a migratory limbo without papers.
What criticisms does Trump face for his immigration measures towards Cubans?
Trump is criticized for implementing measures that, according to some, harm the Cuban people more than the government. Measures such as the reactivation of the border wall and the end of Humanitarian Parole have been viewed as obstacles for immigrants seeking opportunities in the U.S., increasing uncertainty and fear among the Cuban community.
What impact could a possible mass deportation of Cubans have in Cuba?
A mass deportation of Cubans could represent a significant challenge for the Díaz-Canel regime, which would have to integrate thousands of individuals who have already experienced freedom outside the island. This could have substantial social and political repercussions, raising doubts about the Cuban government's ability to manage such a situation.
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