"Natalie Ehret, the founder of Haven Watch, recalled how her pro-immigrant work began when she and her two sons were delivering hand-warmers to anti-ICE protesters at the Whipple Detention Center. Her son Jack discovered two young girls wandering in the cold, freezing, and he put them in the family car, gave them food and water, and lent them his phone so they could call relatives."
"Haven Watch started that day, recruiting volunteers to meet immigrants being released from Whipple, without food, winter clothing, money or their identification papers. That led to a more robust program to meet the ongoing needs of the detainees."
The Twin Cities experienced a significant gathering of 200,000 people at the State Capitol to celebrate resilience and community amidst ongoing grief from the ICE siege. The event featured performances by Bruce Springsteen, Senator Bernie Sanders, and other notable figures, emphasizing unity and healing. Personal stories of resistance, such as Natalie Ehret's founding of Haven Watch, highlighted grassroots efforts to support immigrants released from detention. The celebration served as a powerful statement against the Trump regime and showcased the community's defiance and solidarity.
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