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Bahamas Firmly Rejects Trump Proposal for Deported Migrants, Citing Insufficient Resources

Dec 5, 2024, 04:29 PM

The Bahamas has officially rejected a proposal from the incoming Trump administration to accept deported migrants. The Bahamian government stated that it has 'firmly rejected' the request to accommodate deportation flights of migrants from other countries, citing insufficient resources to manage such an undertaking. The announcement comes as part of a broader discussion regarding immigration policies and the responsibilities of neighboring countries. The rejection was confirmed by the Prime Minister's Office, which noted that the proposal had been reviewed before the decision was made.