Flor de Cuba has many detractors, and some hope that she will be among those Cubans that the Trump administration deports back to the island.
The Cuban influencer shared one of the quite aggressive messages she received through social media. “You will be the next to be deported to Cuba to suffer,” said the text, clearly referring to another influencer who was recently deported, Cinthya Medrano García, known as “La Cintumbare”.
Flor's response was a video in which she ironically showcases “her sad and suffering life in Cuba”, a life marked by luxury, comfort, trips to hotels in Havana and the keys, visits to restaurants, and in which she and her family never lacked food.
For some, I am the reminder of all the achievements they couldn’t enjoy in their own country. For others, I am the example that it is possible to move forward if you don’t follow the same patterns as the masses wherever you are born. If you’re going to cry, send an audio message, she wrote in the description of her post.
Although Flor de Cuba decided to settle in the United States, she has always maintained the position that she lived well in Cuba with all the comforts and lacked nothing thanks to her work as an influencer.
That sentiment has led many to criticize her and associate her with the Cuban regime, labeling her as a communist, something she has always vehemently denied.
Frequently asked questions about the controversy of Flor de Cuba and the deportations of Cuban influencers
Why has Flor de Cuba been criticized on social media?
Flor de Cuba has been criticized mainly for her luxurious lifestyle in Cuba and her stance on the Cuban regime. Some users label her a communist and accuse her of being insensitive to the problems of other Cubans who cannot enjoy the same comforts that she does. Moreover, her ability to travel between Cuba and the United States has sparked envy and criticism.
¿Qué respuesta ha dado Flor de Cuba a las amenazas de deportación?
Flor de Cuba responded to the threats of deportation by ironically showcasing her life of luxury in Cuba. In a video, she displays her comforts and travels, challenging her detractors and reaffirming that she lived well on the island before moving to the United States.
What has happened to La Cintumbare after his deportation to Cuba?
La Cintumbare, after being deported to Cuba, has shown a positive attitude on social media. She has been seen engaging in everyday activities like waiting in line to buy food and has posted optimistic messages about her return to the island. Despite the challenges, she has expressed her intention to move forward and enjoy the company of her family.
How does U.S. immigration policy affect Cuban influencers?
The immigration policy under the administration of Donald Trump has tightened controls over irregular migrants, affecting many Cubans, including some influencers. La Cintumbare, for instance, was deported due to irregularities in her immigration status, which reflects the complications faced by those who do not comply with immigration regulations.
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