A riveting exploration of Herminia, an undocumented immigrant, reveals her ongoing fears as she prepares for a potential second Trump term and the threat of deportation. The emotional toll of immigration raids resonates strongly, especially among families who live under constant anxiety. Personal stories highlight the heartbreaking impacts these policies have on daily life and community dynamics. The podcast also touches on shifting political sentiments in Miami Dade, showcasing how identity and trust are deeply affected by immigration policies.
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Herminia's Story
Herminia, a Nicaraguan immigrant, arrived in the U.S. in 2000.
She sought asylum due to political instability and inability to find work but was denied.
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Living in Fear
In 2019, facing potential deportation raids under Trump, Herminia lived in fear.
She took precautions like posting signs on her door and keeping windows closed.
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Renewed Hope
After Biden's win, Herminia felt a sense of relief and freedom.
She removed the warning signs, opened her windows, and travelled freely within the U.S.
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Five years ago, we interviewed a woman who asked that we call her Herminia. It was the summer of 2019, just as former President Donald J. Trump — then in his first term — ordered nationwide raids to round up and deport undocumented immigrants. Herminia feared she was on the list.
In the end, she was never arrested. A few days ago, we called Herminia back. We asked what has happened to her since Trump left office, and how she is preparing for a second Trump term — in which he has pledged to put the deportation of people like her at the center of his presidency.
Guests: Herminia, an undocumented immigrant who has been living in the United States with her husband and children for more than two decades. (Herminia is not her real name.)
Here’s what we know about the situation at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Across the U.S., there has been widespread anxiety about Trump’s promises to deport immigrants. Some schools are readying educators and immigrant families for a potential wave of deportations.
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