Duval Times

WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio have demanded answers from President Joe Biden regarding the ongoing crisis in Haiti. In a letter sent to the President, the senators expressed their concerns about the impact of the political unrest and gang violence in Haiti on American national security and families, particularly in Florida.

"The violence and unrest in Haiti is extremely alarming. Florida is home to a vibrant community of Haitian-Americans, and we join them in praying for their loved ones and the Haitian people, and for an immediate return to peace and lawful order," the senators stated.

They further emphasized, "Florida families are compassionate. We believe that the people of Haiti deserve our sympathy, targeted American assistance and the support of the international community. However, Floridians and the rest of the American public will not tolerate your administration again opening the floodgates for countless, unvetted foreign nationals to stream into our country, putting our national security at grave risk and creating untold public safety threats for our communities."

The senators outlined their concerns about the Biden administration's handling of mass migration, citing instances where foreign citizens were granted entry without proper vetting. They highlighted the risks posed by releasing individuals into the country without adequate screening and monitoring, especially in light of reports of gangs committing jailbreaks in Haiti and releasing dangerous criminals.

In their letter, Scott and Rubio urged President Biden to provide a clear plan to prevent mass migration from Haiti and address the security and humanitarian crisis unfolding in the country. They posed specific questions regarding the administration's strategies for vetting, housing, tracking, and detaining individuals from Haiti who may seek entry into the United States.

The senators expressed their apprehensions about the potential consequences of political unrest in Haiti and emphasized the need for a proactive approach to prevent further destabilization in the region.

As the situation in Haiti continues to deteriorate, Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio are calling on the Biden administration to take decisive action to safeguard American national security and prevent a mass influx of migrants from Haiti.