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Venezuelan Migrants Torn: Relief Over Maduro's Fall, Fear of Deportation

1/13/2026

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Venezuelan Migrants React

Venezuelan migrants in the United States react with mixed feelings after the ouster of President Nicolás Maduro by the Trump administration, expressing joy about Maduro's removal but anxiety over regime continuity and deportation risks.
Advocates Alejandra Salima and Jesus Martinez note the paradox of relief and insecurity about returning.
Despite the hope for change, there is little sign of a mass return, as many still distrust the remaining government.

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Trump Warns Cuba

U.S. President Donald Trump warned Cuba it will lose oil and financial support unless it negotiates with the United States.
The warning follows the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, who had been closely allied with Cuba.
Trump said Cuba's reliance on Venezuelan resources for security is over.
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel condemned Trump's actions as a "criminal assault."
Florida Republicans, including Rep. Carlos Giménez, praised Trump's stance.

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Venezuelan Migrants React

Venezuelan migrants in the United States react with mixed feelings after the ouster of President Nicolás Maduro by the Trump administration, expressing joy about Maduro's removal but anxiety over regime continuity and deportation risks.
Advocates Alejandra Salima and Jesus Martinez note the paradox of relief and insecurity about returning.
Despite the hope for change, there is little sign of a mass return, as many still distrust the remaining government.

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