Thousands of young demonstrators, many of them first-generation and the sons and daughters of undocumented immigrants, convened at the historic Placita Olvera to protest President Donald Trump’s mass deportations, the anti-Mexican sentiment, and actions against the undocumented Latino community. Thousands of undocumented immigrants have been arrested nationwide since the day Trump took office. He signed an executive order that gave ICE agents the power to target immigrants and carry out raids at schools, hospitals, and churches.
“I’m here because my grandparents are immigrants and need my support,” said demonstrator Monica Ramirez. “We should stand up for our people, always be grateful and proud of them, and never forget about that.”
 Young people joined the march to support their friends and relatives. The voices of entire families have been silenced by fear of the current raids in their communities.
Protesters sang and danced traditional songs. At the podium, they shared family stories and expressed pride in their Mexican roots. They also spoke of the resilience of their parents and grandparents.