A young Cuban man recently caught attention at a wax museum in the United States by humorously addressing the wax figure of former President Donald Trump, playfully demanding residency for I-220A holders. In a video uploaded on TikTok by user @racielrivero995, the Cuban approaches Trump’s statue—dressed in a blue suit, red tie, and positioned in front of an American flag—and jokingly asks, "When are you going to do something about this? Aren't you going to grant residency to the I-220As? How long do we have to wait? You’re wearing me out, man. Enough with the high fives, just grant the residency to the I-220As already."
The I-220A document, issued by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), allows the release of migrants under certain conditions while their legal proceedings are ongoing. However, this document does not assure permanent legal status or a direct path to residency, which has led to growing concern and frustration among many Cubans who entered the country under this status.
The video has sparked mixed reactions on social media: some viewers found it amusing, while others used the opportunity to discuss the ongoing immigration issues and the lack of concrete solutions for I-220A beneficiaries.
Frequently Asked Questions About I-220A and U.S. Residency
What is an I-220A document?
The I-220A is a document issued by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that allows the conditional release of migrants while their legal proceedings are ongoing.
Does holding an I-220A guarantee U.S. residency?
No, possessing an I-220A does not guarantee permanent legal status or provide a direct path to residency in the United States.
How have people reacted to the video of the Cuban addressing the Trump statue?
The video has provoked a range of reactions, with some finding it humorous and others using it as a platform to discuss the broader immigration challenges facing I-220A holders.