Undocumented Immigrants Hesitate to Seek Help Amid Texas Floods

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Undocumented Immigrants Hesitate to Seek Help Amid Texas Floods
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Undocumented immigrants in Central Texas are hesitant to seek aid after severe floods due to fears of immigration enforcement, despite ongoing aid efforts. Families like Gabriela and her son Leo, who was injured helping flood recovery, face the dilemma of risking deportation to get necessary medical care. Community members and advocates emphasize the need for humane treatment and assistance for all residents, regardless of immigration status, amid ongoing fears and crackdowns.

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