More Cubans Flee To U.S. Amid Political Turmoil, Government Crackdown

The video discusses the increase in Cuban migration to the US, highlighting an 80% rise in attempts to reach US soil by boat. The US Coast Guard has intercepted 554 Cubans since October 1st. Personal stories, like that of Esteban Martinez, illustrate the risks involved, including reports of missing persons. The video also covers the impact of the 2017 policy change by former President Obama, which ended the wet foot dry foot policy, affecting Cuban migrants' ability to stay in the US.

What has been the percentage increase in Cubans fleeing to the US as reported by the US Coast Guard?

• 80%

• 60%

• 50%

• 70%

What is the main reason Esteban Martinez and his wife are leaving Cuba?

• To start a new life

• To pursue education

• To join family in the US

• To escape political persecution

What risk is associated with leaving the island, as mentioned in the transcript?

• Financial loss

• Legal troubles

• Going missing

• Health issues

What policy did former President Barack Obama end in 2017?

• The Cuban Adjustment Act

• The wet foot, dry foot policy

• The Dream Act

• The Immigration and Nationality Act

What could happen to Cuban migrants who enter the US illegally now?

• They could be granted asylum

• They could be detained indefinitely

• They could be given work permits

• They could be sent back home