Amidst Donald Trump's immigration crackdown, Kyle Aaron Reese adopted a dog named Benny after his owners were deported. Benny's case reflects widespread fears within immigrant communities about the fate of pets during ICE raids. With over 8,000 arrests made amidst the enforcement, undocumented individuals are increasingly worried about their pets' future if they are detained or deported. Community efforts are springing up, including planning for pet care and strategies to find homes for beloved animals affected by these raids, revealing the hidden aspects of the ongoing immigration crisis.
It's almost like an underground thing, Reese said of local efforts to re-home pets after ICE raids. There's no formal system, but many are stepping in.
Some undocumented people are staying home from work and school, drawing up plans in case they are separated from their children, and tracking confirmed ICE raids.
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