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Migrants flown to Martha’s Vineyard by DeSantis get special visas, lawyer says

Migrants tricked into taking flights to Martha's Vineyard from Texas are now eligible for U visas, providing protection and work eligibility, says attorney Rachel Self.
Some migrants granted U visas based on being victims of crime, following certification by Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar, according to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Bona fide determinations in U visa petitions allow some migrants from Venezuela and Peru to work temporarily and avoid deportation until visa availability, attorney Self confirms.

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New York Post

Migrants shipped to Martha’s Vineyard by Gov. Ron DeSantis given crime victim visas

The migrants applied last year for a special type of visa designated for crime victims -- known as a U-visa -- after they claimed they were duped into boarding charter flights from San Antonio, Texas to the upmarket liberal enclave in Massachusetts with the false promises of jobs and housing.

11 days ago·New York, United States

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Newsweek

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About a year and a half after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis sent about four dozen migrants to Martha's Vineyard, the migrants are being allowed to stay.

11 days ago·United States

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The Epoch Times

Illegal Immigrants Flown to Martha’s Vineyard Will Get ‘Crime Victim’ Visas

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10 days ago·New York, United States

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OAN

Migrants Awarded Crime Victim Visas After Being Flown To Martha’s Vineyard By DeSantis

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11 days ago·San Diego, United States

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Political Wire

DeSantis Stunt Actually Helped Some Migrants Get Visas

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12 days ago·New York, United States

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