Overview
- More than 100 migrant organizations from the United States and Mexico delivered an urgent letter asking Mexico to bolster protection for nationals in the U.S.
- The groups cite a sharp rise in immigration raids and detentions in cities such as Los Angeles and Chicago, warning of illegal apprehensions, arbitrary detentions, deportations and family separations.
- Their requests include expanding the PALE legal-aid program, increasing consular staffing and resources, and improving a centralized database with a public interface to track deportation cases.
- They also urge deeper reintegration support through an expanded México te Abraza program and training for consulates to serve migrants with disabilities.
- Sheinbaum says 30 human-rights complaints have been filed, announces strengthened consular protection, and highlights financial support to hire lawyers to pursue cases in U.S. courts.