Sun Jan 19 13:10:30 UTC 2025: ## Immigrant Activist Fears for Family Under Trump’s Deportation Plans
**New York City –** Jorge Paz Reyes, a New York City activist and permanent resident, is grappling with the anxiety surrounding President Biden’s immigration policies. Reyes, who arrived in the US from Honduras as an undocumented child, recalls the difficult adjustment he faced and now worries about relatives who remain undocumented. His personal experience underscores the widespread fear within immigrant communities following campaign promises of mass deportations.
Reyes, who works with Mixteca, an organization supporting NYC’s immigrant community, obtained permanent residency through a juvenile program. However, the threat of deportation under the current administration remains a stark reality for him and many others. He expresses deep concern for a close family member facing potential deportation.
The President’s previous statements regarding the removal of millions of undocumented immigrants and the potential use of the military to enforce deportation plans have created palpable anxiety. Activists like Reyes are working to support affected communities and prepare for the possibility of mass deportations. The situation highlights the human cost of immigration policy and the urgent need for solutions.
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