President Donald Trump’s tough stance on immigration is being felt in South Dakota, where concerns about increased immigration enforcement are causing fear among immigrants. The Minnehaha County sheriff has confirmed an uptick in federal immigration detainees in the Sioux Falls jail, leading to worries among immigrants about their freedom. Efforts to apprehend illegal immigrants with criminal warrants have also intensified in the state.
Despite no major immigration raids reported in South Dakota, immigration attorney Taneeza Islam notes that many immigrants are avoiding work, school, and social events due to anxiety about potential crackdowns. The Sioux Falls School District is reassuring parents that education will continue uninterrupted, regardless of immigration status.
U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson emphasizes that legal immigrants should not worry about enforcement actions, as ICE focuses on individuals with criminal backgrounds. However, some legal Hispanic residents in South Dakota, like Diana Pineda, still feel on edge due to recent crackdowns.
The situation has led to false rumors spreading, such as the case of Albertano’s Mexican Restaurant in Rapid City, which had to dispel social media claims of a government raid. Overall, South Dakota is grappling with the implications of Trump’s immigration policies, leaving many immigrants in the state fearful and uncertain about their futures.
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