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State Senator Cristina Castro (D-Elgin) released the following statement Tuesday in response to federal immigration enforcement actions in Elgin this week:
“This morning, Elgin families who were commuting to work and school were met with aggressive immigration action by masked federal agents in unmarked vehicles. This action is meant to intimidate our community — sending a clear message on the morning of Mexican Independence Day that this administration is insistent on dividing a community that is united behind protecting all of its residents.
“This deliberate fearmongering is not welcome in Elgin or anywhere in Illinois. I reject federal intrusions that continue to instill fear in the lives of my constituents — families who are active, contributing and law-abiding members of our communities.
“Every person in our state, regardless of documentation status, has fundamental rights and is entitled to due process. My staff and I, along with local organizations and civil and immigrant rights groups, stand ready to support and defend our residents. We strongly encourage residents to take precautions, know your rights and exercise them, and share this information with one another.”
If you or a loved one has been impacted by federal agency enforcement actions, please review the resources below:
- Create a Family Safety Plan: Make sure your family has an emergency plan, and print out the “Know Your Rights” card. You can find bilingual templates for these resources at org/resourcehub#KYR
- Contact the ICIRR Family Support Network: Visit icirr.org/fsn or call the Family Support Hotline: 1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY (1-855-435-7693)
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