Yudelis Ferreira, with her three children, struggles for survival in Mexico City, selling popsicles after being stuck in her migration journey to the U.S. due to the policies of the Trump Administration. Over 5,000 migrants, mostly from Latin America, reside in shelters or private accommodations across the city. The Mexican government has adopted a strategy to redirect migrants away from the U.S. border and into the capital. Meanwhile, tougher regulations under President Biden have led to a drastic decline in migrant crossings, including a 98% decrease noted in the Darien Gap.
Yudelis Ferreira navigates life in Mexico City with her three children, selling popsicles after her aspirations of reaching the United States were dashed by the Trump Administration's policies.
Over 5,000 migrants, primarily from Latin America but also from Asia and Africa, are currently residing in various shelters and neighborhoods in Mexico City.
The Mexican government's strategy aims to discourage migrants from heading to the border, redirecting them into the city, which has resulted in a notable increase of migrants in shelters.
Toughened regulations under President Biden have significantly reduced migrant crossings, with a staggering 98% drop recorded in crossings through the Darien Gap.
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