California Officials Address Immigration Fears Amid Policy Changes

As fears rise among undocumented immigrant communities with the incoming Trump administration, California Attorney General Rob Bonta assured residents that his office will protect immigrant rights against proposed mass deportation plans. Bonta criticized the administration's potential actions to invoke the National Guard and end birthright citizenship, pledging readiness to act on these issues from day one. Concurrently, a panel hosted by the Latin American, Latino and Caribbean studies department discussed the implications of Trump's immigration proposals, highlighting historical patterns of deportation in the U.S. Local leaders in Dane County, Wisconsin, also addressed community concerns, emphasizing continuity of services and the importance of local resources for those worried about deportation. They urged residents to remain proactive by creating emergency plans and accessing available support services. Overall, there is a collective call from various leaders and organizations to safeguard immigrant communities amidst anticipated policy changes.