Increased immigration raids in Puerto Rico's Dominican enclave, Barrio Obrero, have drastically altered daily life. Since President Trump's administration, approximately 500 Dominican migrants have been arrested, creating fear and impacting local businesses and community life. ICE reports that most detainees were Dominican, though few had criminal records. This has spurred an alliance of advocates, lawyers, and politicians to challenge the raids, citing discrimination and the disruption of essential services like healthcare. While ICE denies discrimination, the raids continue, leaving residents living in constant fear.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.