The influencer Cinthya Medrano García, known on social media as "La Cintumbare", is heating up the networks with new statements about how she feels in her new life on the island. She claims to be "the happiest deportee" in Cuba.
"The news of the moment is that they deported La Cintumbare to Cuba. So what?" she expressed in a video. In her statements, she claimed to be full of money and have many plans.
"No nothing happened. I’m in Cuba filled with dollars, riding high, looking beautiful and clever. Nothing happened, La Cintumbare is the happiest deportee," declared the controversial influencer.
Deported for failing to appear before the immigration judge
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detailed that Medrano García was deported because she failed to appear before the immigration judge on October 18, 2023. This absence resulted in an order of deportation in absentia.
The 28-year-old woman, before being deported to Cuba on the first repatriation flight of the current Donald Trump administration, spent several weeks in the custody of U.S. immigration authorities.
ICE explained that Medrano García entered the United States on June 6, 2022, through Lukeville, Arizona. She was detained by the Border Patrol and released on June 8, under a recognizance order with periodic reporting requirements.
However, by failing to appear before the judge in October 2023, a deportation order was issued in absentia. In August 2024, the influencer attempted to reopen her case, but her request was denied.
On January 11, 2025, a Border Patrol unit in Rocksprings, Texas, intercepted her and confirmed her irregular immigration status. She was arrested and transferred to the Karnes County Immigration Processing Center on January 13. There, she remained in custody until her deportation on the first flight to Cuba.
Controversy on social media and uncertain future
La Cintumbare is a controversial figure due to her provocative statements, in which she claimed to have no intention of working in the United States and to rely on government assistance.
His attitude generated strong criticisms and media disputes. He received a lawsuit from the Cuban singer Dianelys Alfonso Cartaya, "La Diosa", for insults and personal attacks.
Since returning to Cuba, he has continued documenting his life on the island and sharing his impressions of this new phase. He assures that he will soon travel across Europe because he wants to "shine all over the world."
Frequently Asked Questions about the deportation from La Cintumbare to Cuba
Why was La Cintumbare deported to Cuba?
La Cintumbare was deported to Cuba because she did not appear before the immigration judge on October 18, 2023, resulting in an order of deportation in absentia. Despite attempting to reopen her case in August 2024, her request was denied, and she was ultimately deported in January 2025.
What is life like for La Cintumbare after her deportation to Cuba?
After her deportation, La Cintumbare claims to be "the happiest deportee" in Cuba. She has shared her life on the island on social media, showcasing moments with her son and participating in everyday activities. Despite the criticism, she remains optimistic and determined to move forward.
What were the controversies of La Cintumbare in the United States?
La Cintumbare was a controversial figure on social media due to her contentious statements, such as claiming she had no intention of working in the United States and preferred to live off government assistance. Additionally, she faced a defamation lawsuit from the Cuban singer "La Diosa" and was criticized for her defiant attitude toward U.S. authorities.
What actions did La Cintumbare take to avoid deportation?
La Cintumbare attempted to reopen her immigration case in August 2024, but her request was denied. During her detention, she publicly called on Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel to intervene to prevent her deportation, although these actions were unsuccessful.
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