Chiquis Rivera and Ángela Aguilar Speak Out in Favor of Undocumented Migrants in the U.S.

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Deportations of undocumented migrants continue in the United States, leaving hundreds of families in a vulnerable situation. Like Selena Gomez, artists Chiquis and Ángela Aguilar have raised their voices in defense of the Latino community.

Both singers have used their social media platforms to warn about the crisis and show their support for those affected by the Trump administration's policies.

In a video shared on her social media, Jenni Rivera's eldest daughter, Chiquis, condemned the injustices faced by Latinos amid the surge in deportations.

She emphasized that, before being an artist, she comes from a family of migrants. Her grandparents crossed the border in search of a better life for their children.

While reaffirming her love for the U.S., Chiquis did not hesitate to criticize the anti-immigration measures, stressing the essential role of the Latino community in the economy, particularly in jobs often rejected by U.S. citizens.

"This country has greatly benefited from immigrants. That's the truth, even if some refuse to accept it," she stated. "Many people born here don't want to do the jobs that those coming from other countries are willing to take for a better opportunity."

She added that mass deportations not only harm migrants but also impact the U.S. economy, as fear prevents many from going to work, which could affect product prices in the market.

Chiquis also shared that a friend informed her that many children and young people have stopped attending school due to fear of immigration raids.

She urged those at risk to educate themselves about their rights and seek legal assistance whenever possible.

Similarly, Ángela Aguilar has used her social media to inform and alert the Latino community about deportation risks. On her Instagram stories, she shared posts emphasizing the importance of knowing one's rights, including a link to conocetusderechos.org.

One of the images read, "We all have rights, know yours!" followed by key legal information on handling immigration enforcement. She also posted a guide listing four basic rights: do not open the door, do not answer questions, do not sign anything, and present a card invoking constitutional protections against unlawful entry or detention.

Both Chiquis and Ángela, U.S. citizens by birth, remain deeply connected to their Latino roots—not just through music but also by standing up for immigrant rights, proving that privilege should never cloud empathy.