A Journey of Resilience

Zheng Wei’s story is one of strength and heartbreak. He moved from Fuzhou, China, to Hong Kong at 8, then to the U.S. at 17. But for the past 34 years, a legal mistake by his immigration lawyer left him living under a deportation order. Despite marrying a U.S. citizen and raising three kids, Zheng’s fight to stay in America has been a constant uphill battle. From owning a restaurant to working as an electrician, he’s contributed tirelessly to his community, always reporting to immigration authorities under strict supervision.

“ I can’t imagine leaving my family behind. They depend on me.”

The fear of being torn from his family became unbearable during the Trump administration, especially with the threat of deportation to a third country. Zheng pleads for a second chance. His story is a reminder of the urgent need for fair immigration policies that keep hardworking families together.

The Trump administration's aggressive immigration policies have profoundly impacted individuals like Zheng Wei.

The administration's intensified enforcement measures, including mass deportation plans and the removal of protections for sensitive locations, have heightened fears among immigrant communities.

These policies not only risk separating families but also instill a pervasive sense of fear and uncertainty among long-standing, law-abiding residents. Zheng's plea underscores the human cost of such policies and the urgent need for a more compassionate approach to immigration reform.

Source: The World Journal