RMIAN condemns the cruel and inhumane treatment of Haitian asylum-seekers at our border

RMIAN condemns the cruel and inhumane treatment of Haitian asylum-seekers at our border. We call on the Biden administration to stop all deportation flights to Haiti and investigate the actions of Border Patrol agents in Del Rio.

CBP's response to those seeking protection is rooted in racism. The use of horses, whips, and other mistreatment to round up Haitian refugees is unconscionable and CBP must be held accountable.

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Haitian migrants are refugees fleeing compounding crises, including a 7.2 magnitude earthquake and the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse. The Biden Administration must stop all deportation flights immediately and terminate Title 42 to allow asylum-seekers their legal right to claim protection.