An Indiana couple has expressed frustration with the State Department's handling of the crisis in Haiti, as they desperately seek to bring their adopted children safely back to the United States. John and Missy Tennant, who have two adopted sons in Haiti, have been unable to communicate with their children for over a week, adding to their anxiety.
The Tennants are among many families facing challenges in evacuating their adopted children from Haiti amidst the country's turmoil. They have criticized the State Department's approach, calling it 'absurd' given the urgent situation in Haiti.
According to the couple, their children are legally adopted, and they believe that the State Department should waive visa requirements and expedite the process to bring the children home. They have been advocating for their children's relocation for over a year, emphasizing the need for immediate action.
Recent reports confirm that more than 30 American citizens have been evacuated from Haiti to Miami, Florida, due to escalating gang violence and instability in the country. However, the Tennants stress that their adopted children, along with several hundred other U.S. citizens, remain stranded in Haiti, facing fear and uncertainty.
John Tennant shared the distressing experience of knowing that his children are in danger, hearing gunfire, and feeling helpless to protect them. The couple is urging authorities to prioritize the safe return of all U.S. citizens, including their adopted children, from Haiti.
The State Department has acknowledged the challenging situation and is working to assist American citizens still in Haiti. The Tennants' plea sheds light on the urgent need for swift and effective measures to ensure the safety and well-being of those stranded in the crisis-stricken nation.
