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The life-altering choices immigrant families are making under Trump’s crackdown
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· August 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Some have decided to leave the country after building lives here for decades.
Immigrant families in the US are making difficult choices due to the current immigration crackdown. Some have decided to leave the country after building lives here for decades. Others are taking steps to prepare for potential encounters with immigration authorities.
These preparations include naming guardians for children in case of detention or deportation. Some families have also stopped participating in normal activities, relying on neighbors and churches for support. The choices being made are deeply personal and, in some cases, irreversible.
Further details on the impact of the immigration crackdown on families are available from the source, including personal stories of those affected.
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Category: schools Published: August 15, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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