US plans to deport over 100 nationals from Dominica

The Dominica government has confirmed that the United States has identified at least 104 Dominican nationals residing illegally in the country and is preparing to deport them in line with U.S. President Donald Trump’s immigration policies.

Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit, speaking at a press conference on Monday, said U.S. authorities have informed his government of the pending deportations but have yet to release the names of those affected.

“They are not in a position to give those names until those persons are in their custody. Our embassy in Washington is in touch with the State Department to share information with us,” Skerrit stated. He also revealed that at least four Dominicans are currently in U.S. custody awaiting deportation.

The Dominican government is working to facilitate travel documentation for those who lack proper paperwork due to prolonged stays in the United States.

In response to the situation, Skerrit emphasized the need to quickly fill the position of Consul General in New York to handle deportation-related matters. He noted that only a Dominican national—rather than a U.S. citizen—can hold the role, as it involves coordination with the State Department and other agencies.