Immigrants across the nation are reacting to Donald Trump’s election victory. Rhode Island-based social service agency Progreso Latino serves immigrants around Providence and Pawtucket. Director Mario Bueno says many of his clients are still trying to digest the news of Trump’s win. But he says there’s already fear about Trump’s plans to end some immigration amnesty programs.
“Because they impact a lot of hardworking people, students, dreamers, who are here in the United States, who have been here since childhood,” said Bueno. “We are fearful for the future but we are also hopeful the new president will be able to embrace all communities including immigrant communities.”
The so-called “dreamers” are U.S.-born children of illegal immigrants.
Bueno says he will be working with partners in the community to educate clients about their options and watching what promises Trump keeps when he takes office.