“In addition to undocumented residents who may be subject to arrest and removal, Barbas-Rhoden pointed to others potentially affected by a mass deportation program, including children and other family members.”

“We’re part of an ecosystem,” said Hernández-Laroche.“The impact will be felt widely if we lose a considerable number of people participating in the workforce – including those who are helping us rebuild after Hurricane Helene – or who spend money in shops and go to our schools.”