Former Defense Secretary Warns of Possible Large-Scale Migration from Cuba
Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates said a potential mass departure from Cuba could resemble the 1980 Mariel boatlift. He raised the issue during a CBS News interview on Sunday.
naturalnews.comFormer Defense Secretary Robert Gates said recent developments involving Cuba could lead to a large-scale migration toward the United States similar to the 1980 Mariel boatlift. Gates spoke on CBS News's "Face the Nation" on Sunday. He stated that the biggest risk is that tens of thousands of Cubans could head to the United States out of desperation.
Background on the Mariel Boatlift The National Coast Guard Museum describes the Mariel Boatlift as a mass migration in 1980 during which large numbers of people left Cuba by boat. Gates asked whether events on the island matter to U.S. national security.
Gates also noted the involvement of Cuban security personnel in other countries, including Venezuela. He said their actions have impacted U.S. national security and interests for a long time.
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Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates discussed Cuba migration risks on CBS News.
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The Mariel boatlift brought large numbers of Cubans to the United States by boat.
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U.S. agencies could face increased demands on border and maritime resources.
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