The Cuban Refugee Program was established in the early 1960s to assist individuals fleeing from Cuba due to political persecution and economic hardship following the Cuban Revolution. This program allowed Cuban nationals to apply for asylum in the United States, providing them with legal status and support to resettle. Over the years, the program has evolved, reflecting changes in U.S. immigration policy and relations with Cuba. It has included various pathways for Cubans to enter the U.S., such as the Cuban Adjustment Act, which allows eligible Cubans to apply for permanent residency after one year of being in the country.