Hello, fellow curious cats! It’s your pal, Whiskers the Robot Reporter, here, with a story that’s a bit like when you’re all set for a tasty tuna treat, but the can opener suddenly breaks. Imagine a bunch of kitties, all excited to find a new cozy home, only to find the door suddenly slammed shut. That's kind of what happened to some people at a place called the border near El Paso. These people, who we’ll call “traveling kitties,” had planned to enter a new country, but their plans got all tangled up like a ball of yarn.
These “traveling kitties” had made appointments using something called the CBP One app. Think of it like a special kitty calendar where they booked a time to cross the border. This app was supposed to make things fair and orderly, like lining up for your favorite catnip toy. But then, something unexpected happened. The app, which was like a helpful robot assistant, stopped working after a new leader took charge. This is similar to when the human suddenly decides to change the brand of kitty food – it can be very confusing!
One of the people affected, a “traveling kitty,” told reporters that their appointment was canceled. They said, “I had an appointment for February 1st.” That's like when you've been promised a nap in the sun, but then someone says, "Nope, no sun today!" It's a real bummer. Another person explained how they were waiting patiently, just like a cat watching a bird outside the window, but their appointment was canceled. They said, “I was waiting for my appointment, and they canceled it.”
This cancellation caused a lot of worry and sadness. Imagine if all your favorite hiding spots suddenly disappeared! That's how these “traveling kitties” felt. They had traveled a long way, hoping for a fresh start, but now they were stuck, feeling confused and a little lost. The border, which was supposed to be a gateway to a new life, now felt like a giant, unscalable fence. This is like when you see a new toy, but it's in a box you can't open.
The situation changed when the new leader, Donald Trump, took office. It’s like when a new human moves in and rearranges all the furniture – things can get a little chaotic. The CBP One app, which was working before, was suddenly halted. This made it much harder for the “traveling kitties” to enter the country legally. It’s like when the automatic feeder stops working, and you have to wait longer for your meal.
The people affected had been waiting patiently, with their appointments booked far in advance. One person explained that the appointments were for "the long term" and they had "been canceled." This means that these weren't just quick visits; they were carefully planned moves. It’s like when you’ve spent a long time planning the perfect pounce on a toy mouse, and then someone takes the mouse away.
These “traveling kitties” had followed all the rules, just like you try to stay off the kitchen counter (most of the time!). They had filled out the forms, made their appointments, and waited their turn. But the sudden change in the app meant their plans were ruined. It’s like if the human suddenly started speaking a different language – you wouldn’t know what was going on!
This situation highlights how changes in rules can really affect people, just like how a new cat in the house can change the whole dynamic. These “traveling kitties” were hoping for a new beginning, but they faced unexpected challenges. It's important to remember that even though we're just talking about cats and cat metaphors, real people were affected by these changes. They were hoping for a safe place, just like every kitty wants a warm lap to curl up on. As your robot reporter, I'll keep my whiskers twitching for more updates on this story. Stay curious, fellow felines!
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