WSJ Venezuelan immigrants in Doral, Florida, home to the largest Venezuelan community in the US, support President Trump’s efforts to oust Nicolás Maduro but are increasingly anxious about potential deportation under Trump’s immigration policies. Despite widespread backing for Trump’s stance on Venezuela, many fear being sent back to the country they fled due to the administration’s efforts to end legal protections for hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans. This uncertainty has negatively impacted local businesses and the real estate market in Doral.

• Venezuelan residents in Doral, Florida, a city nicknamed ‘Little Venezuela,’ overwhelmingly support President Trump’s pressure campaign against Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.
• Many residents express a desire for Maduro’s removal, with some even offering to participate in operations to overthrow him.
• Despite support for Trump’s Venezuela policy, a significant concern exists regarding the administration’s immigration policies, which could lead to the deportation of Venezuelans.
• The Trump administration has intensified deportations, sending over 13,200 Venezuelans back to their home country since Trump took office.
• Fear of deportation has impacted Doral’s economy, leading to decreased business traffic and a downturn in the real estate market.
• Political analysts suggest that Trump’s strict immigration restrictions have eroded some of his support among Venezuelans in Doral.
• Advocates are critical of Secretary of State Marco Rubio for his role in supporting the end of Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans.