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Migrants at Mexican Border Face Uncertainty After Trump Election

Fear and anxiety grow among migrants waiting to cross legally as President-elect Trump's immigration policies loom.

  • Migrants at the Senda de Vida shelter in Reynosa, Mexico, are anxious about crossing the U.S. border legally before Trump assumes office.
  • Over 850 migrants are relying on the CBP One app to secure entry appointments, fearing the app's potential termination under Trump's administration.
  • Many migrants, fleeing violence and instability in countries like Honduras, face the dilemma of waiting for legal entry or risking illegal crossing.
  • Trump's election victory has cast doubt over current immigration processes, with plans to appoint hardliners like Tom Homan to enforce strict policies.
  • Pastor Hector Silva, leading prayers at the shelter, urges compassion and hopes for legal pathways to remain open for those seeking asylum.
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