Trump’s immigration plans, backed by Wyo. politicians, drive experts to advise people on resources, rights.
Nearly 200 people crowded into St. John’s Episcopal Church on Monday night, anxious to hear what immigration policies might be in store after President-elect Donald Trump returns to power in January.
All the chairs were filled in Hansen Hall, and people continued to filter in to stand at the back of the room for nearly two hours. Many of them grabbed headphones to listen to the live Spanish translation. Families and friends held hands, leaned on shoulders and listened to an immigration lawyer, faith leader, community advocate and mental health professional take on the challenging topic.
Tears rolled down the cheeks of community members as they heard about promises of mass deportations and “terrifying” policies. But Rosie Read, immigration lawyer and founder of the Wyoming Immigrant Advocacy Project, tried to console the crowd.