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Latino immigrants in Abbotsford, Wisconsin, are experiencing heightened fear due to increased ICE deportations and a proposed resolution supporting local law enforcement assistance with federal immigration authorities.
The resolution, though tabled, sparked concerns about racial profiling and economic consequences in a city heavily reliant on immigrant labor.
Immigrants contribute significantly to Abbotsford's economy and community, with many holding jobs in local businesses and paying taxes.
Some immigrants fear returning to their native countries due to violence and instability, while others face the risk of deportation and family separation.
ABBOTSFORD – There’s a quiet tension, even fear, among some Latino immigrants in this central Wisconsin city where they've