Exploitation of Haitian Migrants Benefits Nicaragua's Ortega, Prompting Biden Administration Warning

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Exploitation of Haitian Migrants Benefits Nicaragua's Ortega, Prompting Biden Administration Warning
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Nicaragua's President Daniel Ortega and his government have been profiting from the influx of vulnerable Haitian migrants who use the country as a transit point to reach the United States. The regime charges exorbitant entry fees of $150-$200 per migrant, generating millions of dollars each month. Additionally, the government imposes steep landing fees on charter flights from Haiti, amounting to $2,000-$3,000 per flight. The departure tax on these flights further adds to the regime's revenue. The United States has expressed concern about the increase in charter flights and warned Haitians about the dangers and uncertainties of the journey. Experts argue that Ortega and his government are intentionally facilitating this migration crisis to attack the United States.

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