Portugal's Government Stands Ready to Support Citizens Facing Deportation from the US
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Portugal's Government Stands Ready to Support Citizens Facing Deportation from the US

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Summary:

  • Minister Paulo Rangel confirms no deportations of Portuguese from the US yet.

  • Community fears are rising, leading to empty businesses as people avoid going out.

  • Government is closely monitoring the situation of undocumented Portuguese citizens.

  • Rangel emphasizes the government's commitment to support affected individuals.

  • Optimism expressed regarding the potential resolution of certain cases.

Government's Awareness of the Situation

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Paulo Rangel, stated today that no Portuguese or luso-Venezuelans have been deported from the United States since the announcement of a deportation campaign by Donald Trump. He assured that should any Portuguese citizens return, they will receive personalized support.

Addressing Community Fears

During a session of the Foreign Affairs and Portuguese Communities Committee, Rangel responded to Deputy Paulo Pisco, who accused the government of underestimating the situation. Pisco highlighted the growing fear within the Portuguese community across various states in the US, noting that many Portuguese-owned businesses are empty because people are afraid to go out.

Government's Proactive Measures

Rangel dismissed the notion of a “catastrophic” outlook and emphasized that the Portuguese government is closely monitoring the situation of undocumented and illegal Portuguese individuals through consular posts, embassies, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. While he refrained from disclosing specific numbers, he indicated that the government has a clear idea of how many Portuguese are affected.

Commitment to Action

Rangel acknowledged the disturbing impact of uncertainty on these individuals and stressed that the government is taking daily, hourly, and minute-by-minute measures to support them. He firmly stated that it is unimaginable that the Portuguese government has abandoned its citizens in such a precarious situation.

Future Outlook

He expressed optimism about resolving certain cases and reassured that, should a deportation decision occur, the government will be there to assist these individuals, whether they remain in the US or return to Portugal with proper support.

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