Immigration raids have begun. For immigrant and mixed-status families, everyday life has changed.

The Trump administration has said the raids will focus on criminals who are a public threat. But immigrant communities across the board are bracing, and changing their routines.

Immigration raids have begun. For immigrant and mixed-status families, everyday life has changed.
Food drive at United Giving Hope sanctuary church in Waukegan, I.L. on Jan. 22, 2025.

The Trump administration has said the raids will focus on criminals who are a public threat. But immigrant communities across the board are bracing, and changing their routines.

(Image credit: Mustafa Hussain for NPR)