San Francisco has once again become the epicenter of protests against the upcoming Trump administration. Photo: Eric Alcocer
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San Francisco once again became the epicenter of massive protests on Sunday, when hundreds of people gathered in front of the Civic Center to express their rejection of the incoming government of Donald Trump.
Since noon, activists, community leaders and human rights organizations have raised their voices to denounce policies that they consider a direct threat to immigrant communities, civil rights and international peace.
The protest brought together a wide diversity of groups including Gaza and Palestine advocates, day labourers, domestic workers, feminist activists and human rights groups. United by the goal of challenging the far-right agenda of the new government, the protesters made clear their commitment to peaceful resistance.
The protest brought together a wide diversity of groups including Gaza and Palestine advocates, day labourers, domestic workers, feminist activists and human rights groups. United by the goal of challenging the far-right agenda of the new government, the protesters made clear their commitment to peaceful resistance. Photo: Eric Alcocer
An improvised platform was set up in front of the steps of the building that houses the Government of the City and County of San Francisco to denounce threats against immigrants and demand social justice.
Among the slogans heard were: “Let us defeat Trump’s ultra-right and neoliberal agenda” and “let us stop the war machine; let us give that money to those who need it”, “a united people will never be defeated”.
“Immigrant women sustain this country”
Martha Garrido, leader of the Women's Collective and member of Misión Acción, pointed out during her speech the devastating impact that mass deportations could have on migrant workers.
“We, immigrant women, hold this country together. We work in homes, we take care of the homes, the children and the elderly. Thanks to our work, many families can get ahead. Without us, what would become of them?” Garrido said firmly. Photo: Eric Alcocer
“We, immigrant women, hold this country together. We work in homes, we take care of the homes, the children and the elderly. Thanks to our work, many families can get ahead. Without us, what would become of them?” Garrido said firmly.
The leader also stressed the importance of combating the narrative that criminalizes immigrants: “Trump wants to make us look like criminals, but the reality is that we came here to work, to contribute, and to build a better future for our families and this country.”
Laura Valdez, executive director of Misión Acción, emphasized how immigrants have not only sought the American dream, but have helped build it with their work and effort.
“Thousands of us have come to this country in search of a better future, and over the years we have contributed to the economic development of the United States. We cannot allow ourselves to be criminalized or used as scapegoats,” he said.
The activist also called on local authorities to strengthen protection policies for immigrant communities and not to give in to threats from the federal government.
San Francisco: a symbol of resistance and solidarity
According to the event organizers, the second day of protests “is a demonstration of the spirit of solidarity that characterizes San Francisco, a city that has been a refuge for immigrants and marginalized communities for decades.”
Activists and participants reiterated the need to keep the city a safe space for everyone, especially in times of uncertainty. They also highlighted that Trump's policies not only affect immigrants, but also other vulnerable communities. Photo: Eric Alcocer
Activists and participants reiterated the need to keep the city a safe space for everyone, especially in times of uncertainty. They also highlighted that Trump's policies not only affect immigrants, but also other vulnerable communities.
“This is a fight for human dignity, for respect for fundamental rights and for justice for all. We cannot remain silent while they try to strip us of our humanity,” concluded one protester to applause from the audience.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said that the United States economy could not advance without Mexicans. Photo: Saul Lopez Escorcia/Presidency
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"The United States would not be able to advance its economy if it were not for the Mexicans who live on the other side, that is the truth," said the president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, just one day before President-elect Donald Trump is sworn in as president.
He made the statement at an event this Sunday in Puebla, Mexico, where he praised the work of his fellow citizens both in the country and in the United States.
"The people of Mexico have brought our economy forward, but also the economy of the United States. What would New York be without the Mixtecs? That's why we call it 'Puebla York,' because there they work in services, they work in construction, they also bring the economy forward there," said the president.
Sheinbaum pointed out that 7 out of 10 farm workers in the United States are of Mexican origin and asked: "Would Americans have food on the table if it weren't for Mexican men and women?"
The official also explained that the best field workers are Mexicans. “Let no one think otherwise.”
He added that the best construction workers are Mexicans, as well as those who work in the tourism sector.
“We are a great people, a wonderful people. Mexico is a cultural power and our brothers and sisters on the other side are the best workers, they are good people who help their families and help the economy of the United States,” he stressed.
In the face of this new period, which begins tomorrow with President Trump: “First, we are going to defend the Mexicans; the consulates there already have more lawyers to support them, they should call the consulates on the phone because they will be supporting them in any case, and if they decide to return to Mexico or come to Mexico, here they are welcomed with open arms, here we embrace the Mexicans.”
But, he added, “in any case, the United States economy could not function without our countrymen and women.”
On the other hand, she pointed out that during the administration of former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador a good understanding was reached with Trump, "that is why I think we will reach a good understanding, we will always understand each other, dialogue helps, but in any case, let it be heard well, let it be heard far away, Mexico is not a colony of anyone, it is not a protectorate of anyone, Mexico is a free, independent, and sovereign country; and we will always defend the people of Mexico, the nation, and our homeland," said Claudia Sheinbaum.
In this context, he recalled that Mexico is great because of the civilizations that gave rise to the country, “the Mixtecs, the Mixtec women, who are a great people, like other indigenous peoples of our country who today have rights in the Constitution. Mexico is great because of its history.”
The Senior Attorney at the Immigrant Legal Resource Center, Lena Graber warned that the Trump administration promises to intensify immigration policies based on criminalization. Photo: Eric Alcocer
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The upcoming Donald Trump administration, which will begin on January 20, promises to intensify immigration policies based on the criminalization of immigrants, warned Lena Graber, senior attorney at the Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC).
The immigration law expert warned of Fourth Amendment violations and an increase in aggressive tactics by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Graber said the Trump administration will repeat spectacles of cruelty such as the policy of separating families and increasing televised raids, with an increasing use of militarized force. “The goal is to terrorize migrant communities and use their expanded capacity to arrest, detain and deport people.”
He noted that these measures include courthouse raids, arbitrary detentions, and expedited removal policies, which allow for deportations without a hearing. He also warned of a possible expanded use of the National Guard and other measures to meet mass deportation goals.
The Fourth Amendment: A Right in Danger
Lena Graber stressed that ICE's actions violate the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. “Make no mistake, they will violate the law and the Constitution to achieve their mass deportations,” he said.
As an example, he cited recent cases of racial profiling in Kern County, where Border Patrol detained people based solely on their appearance.
According to Graber, approximately 75% of people detained by ICE over the past decade were turned over by law enforcement agencies, including local sheriffs. Collaboration between local authorities and ICE has been key to the expansion of this system. “We urge local authorities not to hand over migrants to ICE. This is the driving force of the deportation system and must be stopped,” he stressed.
San Francisco: Leadership and Legal Action
Graber urged San Francisco to continue as a bastion of resistance to Trump's policies. The city, known for its strong commitment to sanctuary policies, must act in defense of immigrants and challenge the federal government's legal excesses.
“San Francisco must speak up for immigrants, reject narratives of criminalization, and stand firm on its asylum policies,” Graber said.
Among the concrete actions recommended, Graber highlighted:
Reject ICE subpoenas and challenge them in court.
Terminate any contracts with ICE related to detention facilities.
Go on the offensive and sue the Trump administration for its legal excesses.
She also urged the city to stop allowing immigrants to be used as scapegoats for problems like the fentanyl overdose crisis and instead promote solutions based on public health and evidence.
Lena Graber concluded her message by highlighting the importance of communities, organisations and local authorities working together to confront threats. “We must dismantle this detention and deportation machinery and defend the rights of all, regardless of their immigration status,” he concluded.
Attorney General Rob Bonta reiterated that California's immigrant community is and will always be supported by him and the office he leads. Photo: By Rob Bonta
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California Attorney General Rob Bonta reiterated that the immigrant community living in the state is and will always be supported by him and the office he leads, and that he will ensure that state laws are enforced and that the rights of the people who, he said, “are the backbone of the nation and make America great” are respected.
“I want to reiterate that the immigrant community in California has my support and will continue to have the support of my Office. We will enforce the laws, we will make sure that they are enforced and that rights are respected,” Bonta said at a press conference.
The statement came as California released a package of updated bulletins and new guidelines to help state and local law enforcement agencies, prosecutors and defense attorneys comply with state law as it prepares for new threats to its immigrant communities.
I want to reaffirm: California's immigrant community has my support and continues to have the support of my office.
In California, we're not going to spend our time, money, or resources going backward. pic.twitter.com/zo88wqgHVw
The attorney general also released updated guidance and resources on hate crimes for law enforcement, prosecutors, and victims of hate crimes in preparation for a potential surge in violence against immigrants as a result of President-elect Donald Trump’s xenophobic rhetoric.
“As the president-elect spouts xenophobic rhetoric and makes plans to implement his inhumane mass deportation agenda, California is focused on protecting our communities. No matter who is in the White House, California will continue to lead with California values, and we will not divert vital public safety resources to federal immigration enforcement,” said Attorney General Bonta.
This, he said, “means that California authorities are prohibited from investigating, questioning, detaining or arresting people for immigration-related matters.”
He also explained that state authorities cannot enter into new contracts with the new federal government to house or detain foreigners for immigration custody purposes and are prohibited from participating in joint immigration enforcement operations where the primary purpose of the task force is immigration control.
Rob Bonta, who is also the son of Filipino immigrants, said that the review of incidents of violence is being carried out to establish protocols and achieve fair results in cases of domestic violence.
She noted that members of the immigrant community can often be afraid to report cases of abuse to authorities.
“When someone witnesses or is a victim of a crime, it is important that they feel they can turn to law enforcement and public institutions for help. Through these new and updated guidelines, we are ensuring that law enforcement remains a partner and resource for the California communities they serve, and that our legal system upholds the rights guaranteed to California immigrants under state and federal law,” she said.
The official explained that, considering the xenophobic rhetoric of the incoming president and what they anticipate will be its consequences, guidelines have been issued for police authorities, prosecutors and victims of hate crimes, on how to identify if one is a victim of a crime.
“A person has the right not to be perceived by an impression associated with his or her identity, has the right to file a report with local police authorities. You have the right to participate and be informed of cases where you are the victim, you have the right to obtain a U Visa for victims of crimes, a visa certification for victims of human trafficking, you have the right to request compensation for damages suffered, you can file a claim in Civil Court even if the incident has not been classified as a crime, and you have the right to have protection against hate cases, that is what is contained in the bulletin,” he said.
Attorney General Rob Bonta made it clear that “in California, we will not spend time, money or resources turning back. President-elect Trump’s plans for mass deportations and his talk of deporting even American citizens and using the military on American soil are inhumane, illogical and physically impossible actions.”
“Immigrants are the backbone of our nation. Immigrants make America great and they make California great.”
“Immigrants are the backbone of our nation. Immigrants make America great and they make California great,” said District Attorney Rob Bonta.
In this regard, he recalled that California has almost 11 million immigrants, which represents almost a third of its population, more than any other state in the nation.
“We say it proudly, our neighbors, our friends, our loved ones, our immigrant coworkers, are people who bring new ideas, perspectives, and help us progress. It is no coincidence that California is the most diverse state in the nation and has the fifth largest economy in the world, immigrants are the engine of California’s economy.”
He added that one in three workers in California is an immigrant, while the children of immigrants represent more than half of the workforce.
“California’s diversity is our history, our strength, it’s what gives us excellence. Immigrants are a crucial component of this, unfortunately not everyone sees it the same way,” he said, referring to Donald Trump’s rhetoric.
“Certainly we have days, months and years of uncertainty ahead of us, but what is certain is that California will continue to be a beacon of progress, as always. We will continue on the path of progress and California’s progress will prevail, including celebrating the diversity of our state. As California’s Attorney General, when it comes to issues affecting our immigrants, I would be there; if Trump breaks the law, I will see him in court!”
Argentina's far-right president, Javier Milei, was overshadowed during a gala in Washington by the presence of Mexican Altagracia Gómez Sierra.
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Javier Milei, the far-right president of Argentina, was overshadowed by an unexpected episode during his attendance at a gala in Washington DC, a state he has visited as a guest to witness the inauguration of Donald Trump as president of the United States, after he was overshadowed by the presence of Mexican Altagracia Gómez Sierra.
Milei was recognized at the Hispanic Inaugural Ball with the “Titan of Economic Reform” award. However, his acceptance speech at the gala was unexpectedly overshadowed by a distraction in the room.
On stage, Milei said: “Hello everyone. I never thought I would feel as at home as I do now. Good evening everyone. I want to thank those present and the organizers who made this evening possible. It is an honor for me to be here and receive the Titan of Economic Reform Award on this day.”
The Argentine president was giving his all in his long speech, but all eyes were focused on the tables in front of him, where Mexican businesswoman Altagracia Gómez Sierra, the Mexican government's liaison with national and international businessmen, was sitting down.
At least that was what was seen in videos circulating on social media, which revealed that while Milei was giving her speech, much of the public's attention was directed at Gómez Sierra.
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🚨 ALTAGRACIA STEALS THE SHOW FROM THE LIBERTARIAN @JMilei in Washington
While the fascists were giving her a fake prize, all eyes and cameras were on the person in charge of Plan Mexico, Altagracia Gómez… pic.twitter.com/9jswGJAkHN
Animated conversations and photo sessions with Gómez Sierra diverted the focus, leaving Milei speaking to a scattered and distracted audience.
Despite this incident, Milei took advantage of his trip to Washington to meet with international leaders, including Marco Rubio, the next Secretary of State, to discuss bilateral issues. He also seeks to advance negotiations with Kristalina Georgieva, director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), on a new financial agreement.
The lapse in attention during the gala quickly generated comments on social media, where many users joked about Gómez Sierra's ability to "steal the show." This episode will undoubtedly go down as a highlight of Milei's visit to Washington.
The event was held at the elegant Omni Hotel and was attended by nearly a thousand people.
During his speech, Milei spoke out against socialism and said he defended freedom above all.
"My commitment to the ideas of freedom, that is, to the defense of the right to life, liberty and property, is unwavering. And as a result of having lived most of my adult life in a country consumed by socialism, being honored with this distinction fills me with pride," said the economist.
“I have said before that socialism is a disease of the soul, which attacks and corrodes human beings in their fundamental values and if not confronted in time can lead to misery as has happened in my country. However, the silent majorities are awakening, and as a result the course of history is changing,” he added.
After recounting his reforms in Argentina and what they have meant, the Argentine president closed his speech by thanking and winking at Trump using one of his famous phrases.
“I want to thank you for this recognition. May God bless each and every one of you and the Argentine people. Let us make Argentina and the United States great again. And may the forces of heaven be with you. Long live freedom, dammit! Thank you very much.”
Other videos on social media show that when he left the gala in Washington, Milei was heckled by some attendees, who shouted at him, “Javier… get out, get out!”
The social network TikTok will stop operating in the US and announced to its users that it may temporarily close its operations after failing to reach an agreement on the purchase of the platform.
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The social network TikTok announced to its users in the United States the possible temporary closure of operations after an agreement was not reached on the purchase of the platform in the United States.
This Sunday, the law that forces TikTok to change ownership and stop being owned by the Chinese company ByteDance, or stop operating in the United States, comes into effect.
TikTok, which claims to have 170 million users in the United States, has informed its users that the application will no longer be available as soon as they open it starting this Sunday, January 19.
The app's closure is due to a bipartisan act by Congress, which ordered the platform to cut ties with its China-based parent company by Sunday.
However, President-elect Donald Trump, who will be sworn in on January 20, told ABC News in an interview that he is likely to give TikTok a 90-day extension to avoid being banned in the United States.
The next president stressed that the application should not be eliminated and that options to save it are being studied.
Hundreds of people marched this Saturday in the Latino heart of San Francisco, to participate in the so-called “Day of Resistance.” Photo: Eric Alcocer
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Hundreds of people filled the streets of the Mission neighborhood, known as the Latino heart of San Francisco, on Saturday to participate in the so-called “Day of Resistance.” This mobilization was the first organized protest against the president-elect. Donald Trump, who will take office next Monday, January 20.
Since 11 a.m., a diverse crowd made up of Latinos, African Americans, Asians and people from other communities gathered at the corner of 24th and Bryant streets. Among banners and slogans such as “Organized migrants will not be deported””, protesters raised their voices against the anti-immigrant policies promised by Trump during his campaign.
Amidst banners and slogans such as “Organized migrants will not be deported,” protesters raised their voices against the anti-immigrant policies promised by Trump during his campaign. Photo: Eric Alcocer
The march continued down 24th Street to the iconic Dolores Park, where a community festival was held. This event was marked by speeches, music and activities that sought not only to denounce threats to migrant communities, but also to inform and empower undocumented people.
“An informed people is a prepared people. In this country, all people have rights, and we are going to defend them,” declared one of the organizers from a microphone in front of the crowd. An urgent call was also made for migrants to learn how to act if confronted by the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
With this protest, San Francisco remains a bastion of resistance against possible mass deportation policies that may be implemented by the new federal administration. With messages of unity and solidarity, the participants emphasized that they will not allow fear or threats to destroy the community fabric that characterizes the city.
San Francisco remains a bastion of resistance against possible mass deportation policies that may be implemented by the new federal administration. Photo: Eric Alcocer
Organizers of the “Day of Resistance” stressed that this demonstration, which takes place just two days before Trump is sworn in as president, is a reaffirmation of the commitment of local communities to protect human rights and defend working families who have contributed to the development of the country.
Residents of Poplar, an unincorporated community in Tulare County, say the raids have paralyzed the town.
Mari Perez Ruiz of the Community Valley Empowerment Alliance discusses recent raids with a community of indigenous farmworkers in Tulare County. (Credit: Manuel Ortiz)
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POPLAR, Calif. – In the early 1970s, county officials called this unincorporated town in California's agricultural heartland “awithout authentic future”. That rating, which involved drastic cuts in basic services, was maintained until 2023.
Now, after a series of immigration raids that began Jan. 7 in neighboring Kern County, residents here say the future really looks bleak.
“People are scared. They don’t want to go out. We’re all scared,” says Gregorio, a seven-year resident of Poplar and owner of a local business that caters to the community’s farmworker population. (We’re not using Gregorio’s last name to protect his identity.)
“If you don’t have papers, it’s not safe to walk down the street,” he added. “And this is just the beginning. The situation is going to get worse in the next four years.”
Just days before Donald Trump takes office as president, the raids, dubbed “Return to Sender” by Customs and Border Patrol (CBP), are seen here as a dress rehearsal for his promised campaign of mass deportation of unauthorized immigrants.
CBP agent Gregory Bovino, who led the raids, said in a social media post that CBP officers reserved the right to make arrests of anyone suspected of being in the country illegally without regard to due process. He promised “there will be more.”
— USBP Chief Patrol Agent Gregory K. Bovino (@USBPChiefELC) January 8, 2025
CBP reports that approximately 78 arrests were made over the course of the three-day operation, including individuals with outstanding warrants for crimes ranging from sexual assault of minors to illegal possession of drugs and firearms, as well as DUI and other misdemeanors.
CBP says the raids were limited to Kern County, but several Poplar residents say they saw CBP officers patrolling local gathering spaces in and around the city. Several people who asked not to be identified described how officers stopped a person on private land.
Requests for comment from CBP to confirm the statements were not returned by the time of publication. A spokesperson for the Tulare County Sheriff's Office said they were not aware of any operations or arrests in the county.
CBP spokesman David Kim initially told reporters that Operation Return to Sender was targeted at specific individuals and was not a sweeping raid. However, he acknowledged that people who had not been previously identified for apprehension because they had criminal records were also detained.
[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9J3RfTv18U[/embedyt] Migrant farmworkers in Poplar, Tulare County, speak out about the fear that has gripped the community in the wake of recent immigration raids.
“We don’t know what’s going on with the raids,” Gregorio said, adding that the whirlwind of online misinformation is exacerbating the panic experienced by residents. “People are posting all kinds of lies on social media. Everyone is confused about what’s true and what’s not.”
The fear gripping the community of Poplar and the wider region is also affecting the local economy. Silvia (her last name is being withheld to protect her identity) says sales at her bakery have dropped by 70% since last week's raids, as residents and families fear leaving their homes to buy even the most basic necessities.
“It’s stressful,” she said. “If I don’t see someone for a day, let’s say a regular day, I worry about what might have happened to them. Did they get arrested, deported…?”
Down the street at Sabroso Poplar, a local Mexican restaurant, waitress Angelica Rana points to the empty dining room. “Normally, this place would be packed. Today, there’s no one here,” she says, adding that in her 18 years living in Poplar she’s never seen anything like it.
“We depend on people working in the fields, so yes, there has been a big impact,” he said.
Angelica Rana says she has never seen anything like the recent raids affecting local communities in her 18 years of living in Poplar. The restaurant where she works, normally packed with people, was empty on a recent Monday afternoon. (Credit: Peter Schurmann)
Poplar, with just under 2,000 residents, sits in the southeastern corner of Tulare County, one of the nation's largest producers of dairy, citrus and berries, among other crops — a multibillion-dollar industry built largely on the backs of migrant labor.
Two-thirds of Poplar's residents are Latino, though there is also a long-established Filipino community, as well as a smaller Yemeni population and indigenous migrants from parts of Mexico and Central America.
In the 1950s and 1960s, the city was the scene of some of the earliest movements of what would become the farmworker movement, led by labor groups such as the United Farm Workers Union (UFW), among others. That history is celebrated in a new mural in the local park, representing the many faces, past and present, of those who have fought to improve conditions locally.
A mural honoring local activists, organizers, and residents of Poplar and neighboring communities. At the center is Nagi Daifalah, a Yemeni farmworker killed in 1973 during protests for farmworker rights. (Credit: Manuel Ortiz)
“This was an epicenter of the farmworker movement and one of the areas that experienced the most violence,” explains Mari Pérez Ruíz, co-founder of the nonprofit Central Valley Empowerment Alliance (CVEA), which advocates on behalf of residents of Poplar and surrounding communities.
CVEA is located in what used to be the Poplar fire station, closed years earlier as part of cuts to local services after county officials identified it as one of 13 communities with no growth prospects. All 13 were majority communities of color. The cuts included basic services like water and sewer. CVEA successfully fought to restore services to Poplar during California’s record drought that ended in 2016.
“They didn’t make it easy,” said Perez Ruiz, referring to county officials and the outsized interests of local producers.
A community of indigenous farmworkers outside Poplar listens to Mari Perez Ruiz talk about the recent raids and what residents can do to ensure their rights are protected. (Credit: Manuel Ortiz)
Today, she and her team are busy supporting families who are too afraid to go to work or send their children to school. CVEA has published small pocket-sized booklets titled Know Your Rights that detail the steps to take in case someone is detained by immigration officials, as well as contact numbers for legal assistance.
On a recent afternoon, CVEA volunteers handed out food and clothing to a small community of indigenous farmworkers outside Poplar. Many spoke of lost wages over the past week. “Why are they going after us?” one man complained. “We’re doing honest work here, trying to feed our families.”
Gregorio says that half of what people here earn normally goes to paying the rising rents, and the other half to food, childcare and other expenses. “It’s impossible,” he says.
As for the mood among neighbors and customers, “it’s the same conversation with every person you meet,” he said. “How are you?” “Scared.”
Manuel Ortiz, Ed Kissam and Nicolas Diaz Magaloni contributed to the reporting of this story.
The countdown has begun, Donald Trump will come to power as the 47th president of the United States of America on January 20.
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The countdown has begun, Donald Trump is set to be sworn in as the 47th president of the United States of America this coming Monday, January 20, a day that will not only be remembered as one of the coldest in the country's history, but also as one in which the president will arrive with pen drawn to sign a handful of controversial laws.
Between faces of approval and others of concern, Donald Trump has very well defined what his first acts will be as, once again, leader of the White House, where he is expected to sign more than 100 executive orders.
The topics are diverse, ranging from migration and border protection to tariff measures, gender diversity, vaccination and the environment, among many others.
Trump plans to declare a “state of national emergency” as soon as he takes office as president, with the intention of mobilizing the military for his purposes in immigration matters, in addition to signing an order to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Service to carry out raids in major cities and identify undocumented immigrants in order to deport them.
This includes allocating more Pentagon resources to the southern border with Mexico and increasing the border wall, imposing additional restrictions on entering the United States, and reactivating the “Stay in Mexico” program, which requires people who want to enter the country to stay in Mexico while they complete immigration procedures and are approved.
Thus, in terms of immigration, firm executive orders are expected for: mass deportation of immigrants, end of birthright citizenship, declaration of national emergency to mobilize the Army, raids in cities in search of undocumented immigrants, Pentagon resources directed to the southern border, restrictions on entry into the country based on nationality, reactivation of the “Stay in Mexico” program, and end of the humanitarian parole program.
End of the agreements
Donald Trump had said it since his campaign, he would take action against those who do not align with his extreme immigration policies, and yes, that includes Mexico and Canada, countries with which, although there is a Free Trade Agreement (TMEC), he does not seem to care, since he has promised that, on his first day, he will impose a 25 percent tariff on any article that enters from those nations.
He also justified the action by saying that “his country” is experiencing an addiction crisis, because none of these nations has done its job to stop the alleged drug trafficking, especially of fentanyl, of which he has accused them of being manufacturers and suppliers.
China is also in his sights and he has said he will raise customs duties by 10 percent, in addition to those already imposed on certain products during his first term.
Another agreement that the US does not intend to respect and continue is the Paris Agreement, an international treaty against climate change to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, which puts a halt on the part of the country to the fight against climate change. This action had already been taken in 2017, and although Joseph Biden reinstated the United States in the agreement after his inauguration as president, Trump has promised to withdraw it again.
During his campaign for his second term, Trump went so far as to say that climate change was “the biggest hoax of all time.”
What he has promised to do is increase domestic production of fossil fuels, focus more on oil and gas and invest less in clean energy.
Protecting allies
On the other hand, Trump also brings good news to those who have supported him unconditionally, and among other executive orders to be signed is the pardon for the nearly 1,500 people arrested, including 900 convicted for the assault on the Capitol on January 6, 2021, when a large number of the tycoon's supporters tried to prevent the certification of the then winner, Democrat Joseph Biden.
There is much to look forward to this Monday, January 20, and Península 360 Press, with Manuel Ortiz, who is already in Washington DC, will bring you details of what will happen at this historic moment.
In the face of the outbreak of bird flu affecting poultry farms across the United States, eggs are reaching exorbitant prices. Photo: Eric Alcocer
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The outbreak of avian flu affecting poultry farms across the United States since early 2025 has caused an unprecedented increase in the price of eggs.
Prices have risen by as much as 100 percent in some places, while shortages in stores are worsening the situation. This phenomenon severely affects thousands of Latino families, as well as restaurant owners in the Bay Area, who depend on eggs as an essential ingredient in their menus.
In stores like Costco, a rack of 24 eggs that a few months ago cost approximately 5 dollars, now sold in 7.50 dollars, which represents one of the most affordable prices. However, in smaller or specialized supermarkets, such as Smart & Final, the price for the same presentation has climbed to 25 dollars, an alarming increase exceeding 400 percent of the original value.
In stores like Costco, a rack of 24 eggs that cost about $5 a few months ago now sells for $7.50, which is one of the most affordable prices. However, in smaller or specialized supermarkets, like Smart & Final, the price for the same presentation has climbed to $25, an alarming increase that exceeds 400 percent of the original value. Photo: Eric Alcocer
For families, this increase is unsustainable. Maria, a San Francisco resident originally from Yucatan, explained to Peninsula 360 Press how this situation affects her daily economy:
“Since the beginning of 2025, the price of eggs has skyrocketed. They literally look like golden eggs because of the price. I used to be able to buy a rack with 24 eggs for less than $5, now I have to think twice about whether it is worth it.”, he commented indignantly.
He stressed that the impact also affects the restaurant sector “Eggs are an essential ingredient in many of our dishes, such as omelets, quiches and cakes. With these prices, we have had to reduce portions and adjust menu prices. Some customers complain, but there is not much we can do.”, she said worriedly.
Compared to other states, the Bay Area has some of the highest prices due to the cost of living and high demand for fresh, organic food. In other cities, such as Los Angeles, the average price for a dozen eggs is 6 to 7 dollars, while in San Francisco, a dozen can reach 8 to 10 dollars in local stores, depending on the brand and whether they are organic or conventional eggs.
The impact of avian influenza on poultry farms has significantly reduced egg production, increasing costs throughout the supply chain. According to data from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the avian influenza outbreak has affected millions of birds since late 2024, and producers are struggling to control the spread of the virus and replenish stocks.
Consumers also report that alternative products, such as liquid or vegan eggs, have become scarce due to increased demand, even though these are often less accessible to low-income families.
Experts warn that the recovery of the poultry sector could take several months and that the price of eggs will remain high in the short term. In the meantime, families and small businesses in San Francisco and other affected areas are hoping for government measures to help stabilize the market and mitigate the economic impact.
