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May 15, 2024 Story by: Publisher
U.S. Representative Ayanna Pressley from Massachusetts is urging the Biden-Harris administration to cease deportations to Haiti, emphasizing the perilous conditions in the country. She emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, “To deport anyone to Haiti right now is nothing short of a death sentence.” Pressley highlighted the ongoing humanitarian crisis and vowed to persist in advocating for the Haitian people.
Echoing Pressley’s sentiments, U.S. Representative Frederica Wilson of Florida emphasized the dire circumstances in Haiti, describing deportation as a “cause and kiss of death.” She appealed to the president to halt deportations, citing the widespread suffering in Haiti.
Similarly, U.S. Representative Sheila Cherfilus McCormick, also from Florida, stressed the moral obligation to address the crisis in Haiti and alleviate the suffering of its people. She emphasized the need for systemic solutions to address the root causes of migration from Haiti.
The escalation of violence in Haiti, with armed gangs targeting key infrastructure and exacerbating food insecurity, has heightened concerns among lawmakers. They underscored the urgency of intervention by the Biden-Harris administration to prevent further suffering among Haitians.
The unrest in Haiti follows the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse in 2021, leading to political turmoil and demands for change. Ariel Henry’s resignation as prime minister and the appointment of Fritz Bélizaire aim to quell the violence and pave the way for stability.
U.S. Representative Yvette Clarke of New York emphasized the importance of democratic transition in Haiti, asserting the Haitian people’s right to self-determination. She called for a democratic process led by civil society, emphasizing the need for the United States to support Haiti’s sovereignty and facilitate a path to democracy. Source: Afro
