Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)

Advocates warn that intensified federal immigration enforcement in Illinois is fueling racial profiling and fear among Latino communities, prompting even U.S. citizens to avoid public spaces or reporting crimes. Researchers say these policies are worsening mental health and distrust of law enforcement, but hope they may also spur greater Latino political mobilization.

In this episode of 'Going Public', we speak with 'Abide In Love' board member, Susie Johnson, about the group's support for local immigrants and family members who are ICE detainees in the Ste. Genevieve County Detention Center.

In this episode of 'Going Public', we speak with 'Abide In Love' board member, Susie Johnson, about the group's support for local immigrants and family members who are ICE detainees in the Ste. Genevieve County Detention Center.