Florida Governor Ron DeSantis warned that the crisis in Cuba could lead to a new exodus to the United States, although he made it clear that such a scenario is not acceptable for his administration.
During a public intervention, the leader pointed out that the instability in the island could trigger a massive exodus of people to the shores of Florida, a phenomenon that authorities aim to prevent.
"There could be an exodus from Cuba... we do not believe that is acceptable," DeSantis stated while referring to the possibility of a new wave of migration.
The governor explained that the state has been reinforcing its maritime presence in South Florida for years to intercept vessels with migrants before they reach U.S. territory, a strategy that, he said, has helped contain the arrival of thousands of people.
In that regard, he warned that without these measures, the migration impact would be much greater, with thousands of people attempting to reach the shores of the state, especially in areas like the Florida Keys.
DeSantis insisted that the solution to the Cuban crisis does not involve encouraging migration but rather requires internal change on the island.
He suggested that the underlying problem is the current political system, which he blamed for the economic and social deterioration.
He also noted that any eventual transition should involve the participation of Cubans in exile, who could return to contribute to the country's reconstruction if a change of government occurs.
The governor also made it clear that there is agreement with the administration of President Donald Trump on preventing a migration crisis from Cuba and prioritizing a political solution within the country itself.
In his statements, he also criticized any attempts to promote investments in the island without structural transformations, considering that the current system does not offer guarantees or real conditions for development.
DeSantis's words come in a context of growing uncertainty regarding the situation in Cuba, marked by a deep economic crisis, blackouts, and shortages—factors that have fueled fears of a new massive exodus.
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