A recent victory Donald Trump in the United States elections have raised concern among migrants and activists on Mexico’s northern border.
Many are afraid of tightening them immigration policieswhich could increase the flow of people to the area.
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Views from activists and migrants
Francisco Segoviahostel director Grace of Borders in Ciudad Juarezwarning about the possibility of migrants being killed at the border. This is due to the time it takes the US authorities to grant permission, which makes the situation more difficult for those who arrive.
Segovia recalled that Trump’s speech has been anti-immigrant since the previous term (2017-2021). Now, immigration policy is likely to remain the same or become stricter.
Fear at the border
This Wednesday, a number of migrants crossed international bridges in fear of being returned, even those with jobs CPB ONE. José Eduardo Castañeda Méndeza Salvadoran immigrant, his disappointment over the loss of Kamala Harris. He said he was hoping for a different approach, but now he is uncertain about the future.
Answers from Mexico
Trump, during his campaign, threatened to 25% tax. to Mexican exports if the entry of “criminals and drugs” was not stopped. In response, the Mexican president said Claudia Sheinbaum reference to a 75% reduction in the number of migrants at the border. In addition, he congratulated the Republicans on his victory.
Trump’s return has revived fears of harsh policies and family separation. Given this situation, many migrants seek support internally communities y local organizations while they wait to find out what will happen.
