In a significant prisoner swap, the United States and Venezuela have exchanged several individuals, bringing joy and relief to many families. Ten American nationals, including a Navy SEAL and a convicted murderer, were freed by Venezuela, while the US sent over 250 deported individuals from El Salvador back to Venezuela. This swap included a variety of cases, highlighting the complexities of international relations and immigration issues. Venezuelans previously held in a notorious Salvadoran prison expressed their relief and elation upon returning home, while those released by the US, including an artist and a gay asylum seeker who faced severe conditions during imprisonment, shared emotional reunions with their families. Throughout the process, criticisms arose regarding the treatment of deportees and the implications of the Trump administration’s deportation policies. As these individuals reunite with their loved ones, the broader impact of such exchanges continues to be a topic of discussion.