The deportation flight from the United States to Brazil, which transported 88 Brazilians, has generated controversy due to the conditions in which they were carried. According to sources, the "use of handcuffs and chains, and the poor condition of the aircraft, whose air conditioning system was not working, among other problems" have been cited. It is unknown whether the deportees were detained during the Trump or Biden administration.
Brazil, despite allowing the use of handcuffs in exceptional circumstances, has expressed its concern for the proper treatment of its citizens in such situations. Brazilian authorities indicated that they are investigating how many of the deported individuals were handcuffed and under what conditions.
In response to the controversy, the Brazilian government announced the creation of a reception center for migrants deported from the United States. President Lula da Silva gave the green light to establish this humanitarian reception center in Confins, Minas Gerais. Brazil's Minister of Human Rights and Citizenship, Macaé Evaristo, stated that the decision was made in anticipation of the possible arrival of more flights with deportees in the future.
The flight that brought the Brazilian deportees from the United States caused discomfort among officials, as citizens remained handcuffed after the aircraft made an unscheduled landing in Manaus due to technical problems. They were later transferred to Belo Horizonte on a Brazilian military plane.
The arrival of Donald Trump to the presidency of the United States marked the beginning of a wave of mass deportations of immigrants, which has generated tensions with several Latin American countries. Colombia was involved in a diplomatic conflict with Trump by initially refusing to accept its deported nationals, resulting in tariff threats from the U.S. administration.
In this context, the President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, has emphasized the importance of dialogue and respect between nations to address issues related to migration. The Mexican leader has advocated for negotiation as a means to resolve conflicts and has urged maintaining calm in the face of external threats.
Brazilian Minister Macaé Evaristo highlighted that the goal of the humanitarian center for deported migrants is to ensure dignified conditions for passengers, including food, water, and appropriate temperature. Brazil's Minister of Justice, Ricardo Lewandowski, stressed the importance of treating deportees with dignity, avoiding provocations to other nations.
