Rumors circulating about potential encounters with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have sparked concern among Indigenous residents in New Mexico. The Indigenous community fears that they may be targeted by ICE due to their deep cultural ties to the land and their traditional ways of life. In response to these rumors, organizations such as New Mexico Dream Team and Santa Fe Dreamers Project have been working to educate and empower Indigenous communities on their rights when it comes to immigration enforcement.
These rumors have created a sense of fear and uncertainty among Indigenous New Mexicans, who are already marginalized and vulnerable to discrimination. ICE encounters can have devastating consequences for these communities, potentially tearing families apart and disrupting their way of life.
Advocates are urging Indigenous residents to know their rights and seek legal assistance if they are approached by ICE. By coming together and supporting one another, the Indigenous community hopes to push back against the fear and uncertainty created by these rumors and protect their rights as valuable members of the New Mexico community.
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