The Cuban singer Dianelys Alfonso Cartaya, known as La Diosa, congratulated Cubans with parole for the official resumption of their immigration procedures
"Congratulations to all who have parole and once again have an opportunity in this great country, I am happy for you," said the artist in a reel shared on her social media, sending a kiss from a pool.
He also took the opportunity to invite everyone to his concert on July 19 at the Watsco Center in Coral Gables, Miami.
La Diosa refers to the decision confirmed last Friday in a federal court in Boston by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), which announced that all restrictions preventing progress on cases related to the parole programs for Cubans have been lifted.
Additionally, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans benefit from the decision, including the family reunification processes (FRP) and the Uniting for Ukraine (U4U) program.
According to the official document shared by Cuban journalist Wilfredo Cancio Isla on his blog Café Fuerte, pending applications “must be processed until a final agency action” once the necessary security checks are completed.
The news comes as a relief to hundreds of Cuban families who, after the revocation of the CHNV program by the Trump administration and the Supreme Court ruling on May 30, were left uncertain about their immigration future.
USCIS announced that all its offices and divisions — including those dealing with asylum, refugees, and appeals — have been instructed to resume work on previously frozen applications. The scripts for the virtual assistant Enma and the call center have also been updated, so that migrants checking the status of their applications will receive updated responses.
Frequently Asked Questions about Humanitarian Parole for Cubans in the U.S.
What does the reactivation of parole processing for Cubans mean?
The reactivation of the processes means that the immigration procedures that were suspended can now continue, allowing Cubans eligible for humanitarian parole to proceed with their applications for residency, work permits, and family reunification. This is a relief for thousands of families who were in uncertainty due to the revocation of the program under the Trump administration.
Has humanitarian parole been fully restored?
No, humanitarian parole has not been fully restored. Although pending applications have been reactivated, the program remains officially revoked. The resumption is in response to a court order requiring the completion of already initiated processes, but new applications under this program are not being accepted.
What does the recent court ruling mean for Cubans with parole?
The recent court ruling means that Cubans with parole can continue their immigration processes without the immediate fear of deportation. This decision temporarily halts the Trump administration's attempts to cancel the benefits of the parole, providing relief to the beneficiaries while the ongoing legal dispute is resolved.
What are the implications for Cubans who want to adjust their status under the Cuban Adjustment Act?
Cubans who meet the requirement of one year of residence in the U.S. can take advantage of the Cuban Adjustment Act to apply for their permanent residency. However, they should stay informed about legal changes and consider legal advice to ensure that their procedures are completed correctly.
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