U.S. Sends Migrants with Criminal Records to Guantánamo Bay Amid Cuba Tensions

The U.S. has begun transferring migrants with criminal records to the Guantánamo Bay detention facility in Cuba, reigniting debates about immigration policies and international relations. The first group arrived this week via military aircraft under a revived Trump-era policy aiming to deport individuals deemed 'security risks.'

Policy Sparks Outcry

Cuban authorities swiftly condemned the move, calling it a violation of sovereignty. Guantánamo Bay, leased to the U.S. since 1903, remains a flashpoint in U.S.-Cuba ties. Critics argue relocating migrants here sets a troubling precedent, blending immigration enforcement with wartime detention frameworks.

What’s Next for Migrants?

While details are scarce, the Biden administration has not reversed the policy, leaving questions about legal rights and due process. Advocates warn this could further strain cross-border relations and human rights norms.

As debates heat up, one thing’s clear: The world is watching how this chapter unfolds.

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