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In this episode, Rappler speaks to the Tanggol Migrante Network, which has been leading various campaigns to help Filipino migrants in distress in the US
MANILA, Philippines – Since United States President Donald Trump began his new term in office, some of the fears of the migrant community have been coming true.
White House figures show that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested over 100,000 people suspected of violating immigration law from January 20 to the first week of June. That’s around 750 arrests per day, double the average over the past decade.
Trump’s immigration policy has caused a wave of anxiety among Filipinos, one of the biggest immigrant groups in the US. Some Filipino immigrants, even green card holders who have not had any trouble with ICE for the longest time, have been arrested, detained, or deported.
But the community remains vigilant. Among the groups that has stepped up is the Tanggol Migrante Network, which has been defending Filipino migrants despite the challenges and criticism.
In this episode of At Home sa Abroad: Stories of Overseas Filipinos, Rappler reporter Michelle Abad sits down with Andan Bonifacio, national chair of Bayan USA, one of the convening organizations of Tanggol Migrante.
Bonifacio discusses how the alliance helps migrant families seeking its assistance, its coordination with Philippine officials, and the significance of growing the alliance during these times.
Watch the video on Rappler on Monday, August 11, 7 pm Manila time. – Rappler.com
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