Migrant Caravan Heads to the US Ahead of Trump's Inauguration
A caravan of approximately 1,500 migrants has embarked on a journey from Tapachula, Mexico, aiming to reach the United States before the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump. The group, which includes individuals from various countries, is motivated by the urgency to secure appointments with US immigration authorities before Trump's anticipated policies take effect in January.
Among the participants is Yamil Enriquez from Colombia, who expressed his determination to reach the US in time, stating, "My idea is to arrive and get an appointment with immigration authorities before Trump takes office." Similarly, Venezuelan migrant Zuleika Carreño voiced her fears of remaining in Mexico, emphasizing that failing to make the trip would render her previous efforts futile.
Trump's election campaign heavily focused on immigration issues, and he has promised to implement stringent measures against illegal immigration, including declaring a national emergency and deploying the military for mass deportations. With an estimated 11 million undocumented immigrants currently residing in the US, the incoming administration's stance has heightened concerns among migrants about their future in the country.
