'All My People Are Getting Attacked': Selena Gomez's Emotional Plea Amid Trump Deportation Policies
Selena GomezSelena Gomez, the renowned actress and singer, has found herself at the heart of a social media storm after posting an emotional video on her Instagram, expressing her sorrow and helplessness in light of recent deportation policies under President Donald Trump. In a tearful message, Gomez, 32, conveyed her distress over the perceived attack on immigrants, particularly Mexican families, following Trump's inauguration and subsequent immigration policy changes.
The former 'Wizards of Waverly Place' star, who is a third-generation Mexican American, broke down in tears in the now-deleted video, where she stated, "All my people are getting attacked, the children". Visibly shaken, Gomez apologized, saying, "I’m so sorry, I wish I could do something but I can’t. I don’t know what to do. I’ll try everything, I promise". The video, captioned "I'm sorry" with a Mexican flag emoji, was removed not long after posting.
The incident occurred as Trump pushed forward with his executive orders aimed at mass deportations of undocumented immigrants. According to reports, 956 people were arrested in nationwide immigration crackdowns initiated on January 26, a significant increase compared to previous averages under the Biden administration.
Selena's message resonated with many fans, who expressed support and gratitude for her empathy and voice in such a turbulent time. However, the video also faced backlash from critics and media personalities, leading Selena to delete the video along with a follow-up statement that read, "Apparently it’s not ok to show empathy for people", which also faced removal.
Gomez's advocacy on immigration issues is not new, having previously produced a docuseries about undocumented immigrants and writing an op-ed on the topic. Her emotional plea highlights the ongoing debate and deep emotions surrounding immigration policy and human rights in the United States.
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