For Jorge Luis Jimenez and his wife, a long and perilous journey from Venezuela through Central America culminated in a tenuous wait in Mexico, where they hoped to secure a legal appointment to enter the U.S. They have faced the daunting task of navigating an immigration system that’s about to change profoundly under potential new policies set forth by Donald Trump. The precarious situation highlights the vulnerability faced by many migrants who are legally in the U.S., yet still fear deportation.
The U.S. government’s reliance on the CBP One app to grant entry appointments poses significant challenges for vulnerable migrants like Jimenez and his wife. Many are still stranded in Mexico, desperately trying to participate in a 'virtual lottery' for limited daily slots that allow for a legal entry into the U.S. The looming threat of Trump's presidency brings uncertainty, as he has planned to overhaul immigration policies and has voiced intentions to revoke legal permissions for those currently settled in the country.
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