This town was built on migrants' cash. Now it fears Trump's deportations.
Briefly

In Francisco Villa, fear looms as the village, reliant on remittances from U.S. migrants, contemplates the impact of President-elect Trump’s promise of mass deportation.
Ruben Chavez, a village leader, expressed anxiety during a meeting, asking how the community would respond to the potential deportation of loved ones, emphasizing their deep ties.
As Trump prepares for what he calls 'the largest deportation operation in American history,' communities like Francisco Villa fear not just loss of family but their support systems.
The ecosystem built around Mexican migrants has created significant community benefits, making their potential deportation a source of deep concern and anxiety in their hometowns.
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