Dozens of migrants, including Venezuelan, Indian, and Cuban migrants, are staying in Brazil's Amazon region, putting their plans to reach the US on hold due to President Joe Biden's halt on asylum. The halt on asylum has caused a wait-and-see attitude among migrants staying in Latin America's biggest economy. Brazil saw waves of migrants passing through to North America in the first part of the year, but when Biden said he was going to crack down, many people in those groups began staying in their countries instead of heading to Latin America. Arrests for illegal crossings from Mexico fell more than 40% since asylum processing was temporarily suspended at the US border with Mexico on June 5. Acre state in Brazil offers a snapshot of the attitude among many migrants and raises the possibility that Acre and other resting spots will become long-term hosts. The city of Assis Brasil has little to offer to migrants but a mosquito-infested wooden shelter and a school gymnasium where some men can sleep. There are also two small hotels and a bus stop used by vans crossing into Peru. Brazil's westernmost state is a remote enclave in the middle of the rainforest, used by tourists as part of an alternative route to visit Cuzco, Peru. Cuban migrant Miguel Hidalgo, 52, who tried to get to the US years ago, is now staying in Brazil and doesn't plan on leaving anytime soon. Acre Gov. Gladson Camelli expressed concern about a potential increase in South American migrants coming soon. [ea8f3170][f42e0984]
President Joe Biden's halt on asylum has caused migrants to pause in the Brazilian Amazon. Migrants, police, officials, and analysts say Biden's actions have created a wait-and-see attitude among migrants staying in Brazil. The journey to the US has become more difficult, leading migrants to stay in Latin America's biggest economy for now. The Biden administration reported that arrests for illegal crossings from Mexico fell more than 40% since asylum processing was temporarily suspended at the US-Mexico border on June 5. Acre state in Brazil offers a snapshot of the attitude among many migrants, suggesting that resting spots like Acre may become long-term hosts. The city of Assis Brasil in Brazil has limited resources for migrants, with a wooden shelter and a school gymnasium as temporary accommodations. Brazil allows residents of its 10 neighboring nations to stay visa-free for up to two years. The Brazilian government and independent analysts have noted that when Biden announced a crackdown on illegal crossings, many migrants from India, Bangladesh, Senegal, Nigeria, and other countries began staying in their home countries instead of heading to Latin America. The article highlights the experiences of individual migrants, such as Johany RodrÃguez from Venezuela and Jay from India, who are waiting in Brazil until it is safer to continue their journey to the US. The article also mentions the challenges faced by local communities in meeting the needs of the growing migrant population. Acre state in Brazil has about 40 agents patrolling its border with Peru and Bolivia, but many migrants also move through the forest, some of them carrying drugs. The article concludes by highlighting the concerns of Acre's governor and the mayor of Assis Brasil about a potential increase in South American migrants and the need for support from the federal government. [d3a33991][b62b2961]
Migrants are pausing in the Amazon region because it has become harder to reach the US. Many migrants have no idea what lies ahead for them. The journey to the US has become more difficult due to increased border security and stricter immigration policies. Migrants are now staying in the Amazon region, waiting for an opportunity to continue their journey. However, they face numerous challenges, including dangerous conditions, lack of resources, and exploitation. The article emphasizes the need for international cooperation and comprehensive immigration policies to address the situation. It also mentions the role of human traffickers in exploiting vulnerable migrants. Overall, the article sheds light on the struggles and uncertainties faced by migrants in the Amazon region. [27e560e7]