‘Migrant influencer’ Lionel Moreno says he is victim of ‘harassment’ in jailhouse interview
Leonel Moreno, a Venezuelan migrant influencer, stands out. His tale, fraught with controversy, provides an opportunity to explore the intersection of social media influence, immigration, and the pursuit of freedom.
Leonel Moreno, a Venezuelan immigrant, had a significant following on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. His daring videos, often encouraging fellow migrants to seek a better life in the United States, resonated with hundreds of thousands of followers.
Moreno and his wife, Veronica Torres, embarked on their journey to the United States in April 2022, crossing into Eagle Pass, Texas, illegally. This marked the beginning of a new chapter in their lives, one that would eventually catapult Moreno into social media stardom.
Despite his popularity among the mi...