Abel Martínez proposes measures to control Haitian migration

[Dolores]

Former president of the Chamber of Deputies and two-term Mayor of Santiago Abel Martínez has put forward a series of proposals aimed at addressing the surge in illegal Haitian migration, as reported in 7 Dias. His plan focuses on enforcing stricter controls in key sectors like agriculture and construction, while ensuring these industries’ productivity remains unaffected. Abel Martinez was the PLD’s presidential candidate in the 2024 election.

In a recent thread posted on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Martínez outlined several immediate actions to curb illegal immigration. Among his key proposals are: the immediate deportation of undocumented migrants, enhanced border security, and the implementation of regular raids in both urban and rural areas to identify and expel individuals in violation of immigration laws. He also called for a stronger military presence at the...

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[windeguy]

Penalizing employers would be the strongest deterrent to illegals. Is that even possible to enforce?

 

[drstock]

He doesn't seem to be proposing anything new here. I wonder how "enforcing stricter controls in key sectors like agriculture and construction, while ensuring these industries’ productivity remains unaffected" will be possible.

 

[windeguy]

He doesn't seem to be proposing anything new here. I wonder how "enforcing stricter controls in key sectors like agriculture and construction, while ensuring these industries’ productivity remains unaffected" will be possible.

I don't think it stands a chance without major changes in law enforcement.

 

[USA DOC]

Penalizing employers would be the strongest deterrent to illegals. Is that even possible to enforce?

NO...........

 

[NALs]

He doesn't seem to be proposing anything new here. I wonder how "enforcing stricter controls in key sectors like agriculture and construction, while ensuring these industries’ productivity remains unaffected" will be possible.

There is recent news that Abinader said they will look into ways to make Haitians pay for the until now free medical care they received in public Dominican hospitals (particularly pregnant women giving birth.) Maybe Martínez is simply jumping in the train again.

I’m more interested in knowing where the money is going to come from. Handing over a bill to people that money is the least of what they own could be an issue if that bill is meant to be paid.

 

[CristoRey]

I love Abel however until they can address the issue/ culture of greed, nothing will change.

 

[NanSanPedro]

Why can't the hospitals just require a cedula to see patients?