Cuban Man’s Struggle for a New Life After US Deportation
A Cuban man returns to his homeland after being deported by the US, facing Cuba's ongoing crises and seeking a fresh start.
POLICY WIRE — Havana, Cuba — Liexer De La Cruz stood at the threshold of a new chapter in his life, having chosen to return to Cuba after being expelled from the United States. His journey began with a decision made in a federal courtroom in Miami, where he faced the reality of his uncertain future.
De La Cruz had spent five years building a life in the U.S., but under the Trump administration’s intensified immigration policies, he was forced to make a choice: return to Cuba or risk deportation. He opted for the former, leaving behind the American dream he had worked so hard to achieve.
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Now, back in his hometown of Las Minas, De La Cruz faces the challenges of an island grappling with an oil blockade, power outages, and food shortages. Despite the hardships, he remains determined to create a better life for himself and his family, even as he longs for the stability and opportunities that once seemed within reach.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
