Migrant families and immigration advocacy groups are preparing for potential mass deportations that could separate millions of families under President-elect Donald Trump’s planned immigration policies. It is estimated that up to 4 million mixed-status families could be impacted by the deportations, where some members are undocumented while others are U.S. citizens.
One such family in Pennsylvania is making preparations, with a U.S. citizen mother obtaining passports for her children and a power of attorney in case her undocumented husband is deported. Advocates are also helping families create emergency packets containing important documents in case of deportations.
Trump has promised the largest mass deportation effort in American history, and although plans are still being developed, potential measures include restarting family detention and building more facilities in non-border cities. Advocacy groups are also preparing for state-level changes, such as Arizona’s Proposition 314, which could lead to more deportations and arrests, creating fear and distrust in immigrant communities.
In areas like Arizona and Colorado, residents and advocates are seeking legal counsel and making plans for potential separations. Children are also expressing fears and concerns about deportations. The uncertainty and fear surrounding the potential mass deportations under Trump’s administration have put many families and communities on edge, prompting them to seek assistance and make preparations for possible separation.
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