LOS ANGELES (EFE).— Of at least 28 million people in EU who would be impacted if the former president and Republican candidate Donald Trump carries out its deportation plan, nearly 20 million are Latinas and are at risk of being deported or suffering family separation, which represents a third of the members of that community in the country, reveals a report from FWD.us .
“Many lives could be destroyed if Donald Trump is elected and follows through on the promises (of mass deportations) he has made,” warned California Democratic Senator Alex Padilla, who presented the report along with immigrant advocacy organizations.
Padilla, who chairs the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship and Border Security in the US Senate, stressed that it is important for voters to understand that the deportation of the approximately 13 million undocumented immigrants would cause “devastation” in entire communities.
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“We are not only talking about immigration, but also about the economy and how many businesses would be affected,” he added.
In that sense, Janet Murguía, director of UnidosUS, the largest group defending the civil rights of Latinos in the United States, highlighted that the deportation of millions of people would culminate in affecting several production chains in the country.
“It is a threat to our economy,” he said.
Janet Murguía added that the popular promise of the Republican candidate is not about security but “about division.”
For Vanessa Cárdenas, executive director of America’s Voice, the goal of Trump and his advisors is to encourage more people “to be deportable” and she cited the words of Stephen Miller, the candidate’s main immigration advisor: “America for Americans.”
Activists also gave as an example of the divisive message the comments made by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe last Sunday at a Republican campaign rally in New York, where he called Puerto Rico a “floating island of garbage” and joked that Latinos “They love having babies.”
Although the campaign distanced itself from the comments, the former president has not yet wanted to refer to the episode and this Tuesday he said that the rally held over the weekend at Madison Square Garden was a “festival of love.”
Gustavo Torres, president of CASA in Action, which encourages Latino voting and this year has focused its efforts on the key states of Georgia and Pennsylvania, warned that Puerto Rican and Latino voters in those states “will not forget” the offenses of those who have been victims and urged Hispanic voters to go out and vote.
The report also cited studies that show that although the majority of Hispanic voters agree with more security policies for the border, they also support immigration reform with a path to citizenship.
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**Interview with Senator Alex Padilla on the Impact of Potential Mass Deportation Plans**
**Interviewer**: Thank you for joining us today, Senator Padilla. A recent report from FWD.us has raised concerns about the potential impact of Donald Trump’s deportation plan, particularly on the Latina community and their families. Can you give us an overview of what the report outlines?
**Senator Padilla**: Thank you for having me. The report indicates that if former President Trump implements his deportation plan, nearly 28 million people in the EU could be affected, with around 20 million of those being Latinas. This means that approximately one-third of the Latina community in this country is at risk of deportation or family separation, which would have a devastating impact on our communities.
**Interviewer**: You mentioned the potential for family separations. Can you elaborate on why this is such a critical issue?
**Senator Padilla**: Absolutely. Family separation is not just about individuals; it impacts entire families and communities. Many people are working hard and contributing to our society, our economy, and their communities. The trauma of separation can lead to significant emotional and psychological harm, as well as economic instability for those left behind.
**Interviewer**: The report also touches on economic impacts. How do deportation actions affect local businesses?
**Senator Padilla**: Deportations would not only impact immigrant families but also the businesses that rely on their labor. Many businesses in our communities are built around immigrant workers. If a mass deportation were to occur, entire sectors could destabilize, leading to job losses and economic downturn. We should really be thinking about the broader economy when it comes to immigration policy.
**Interviewer**: What can voters do to voice their concerns about these issues?
**Senator Padilla**: It’s crucial for voters to be informed about the implications of political promises, especially regarding immigration. Engaging with the political process, voting, and advocating for humane immigration policies are essential. We need to ensure that our representatives understand the real human impact of their policies.
**Interviewer**: Thank you, Senator Padilla, for sharing your insights on this important issue.
**Senator Padilla**: Thank you for having me. It’s vital we continue this conversation.
