Selena Gomez shares emotional video criticizing Trump’s Deportation Policy: "All my people are getting attacked"
Selena Gomez’s emotional Instagram video criticizing President Trump’s deportation policies has sparked widespread discussions.
Selena Gomez has captured global attention with a raw and emotional Instagram video criticizing President Donald Trump’s deportation policies. The singer and actress, known for her Mexican heritage, tearfully addressed the plight of immigrant families, holding a Mexican flag as she spoke of her heartbreak over the treatment of her community.
The video, which was later deleted, came after a nationwide crackdown on undocumented immigrants led to nearly 1,000 arrests. Gomez’s heartfelt plea is part of her ongoing commitment to immigrant rights, further solidifying her role as an advocate for those impacted by these divisive policies.
The actress share an emotional video on her Instagram account
The 31-year-old singer and actress, whose family has Mexican roots, expressed visible distress while holding a Mexican flag, tearfully stating, "All my people are getting attacked, the children. I don’t understand. 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 comes in the wake of a nationwide immigration crackdown that saw nearly 1,000 individuals arrested, marking one of the largest enforcement actions since Trump’s re-election.
This isn’t the first time Gomez has spoken out on this issue. In 2019, she served as executive producer of the Netflix documentary series Living Undocumented, which shed light on the struggles of undocumented families in the United States.
She also penned a powerful op-ed for TIME magazine, sharing her personal connection to the challenges faced by immigrant communities and emphasizing the importance of empathy and understanding.
ICE report immigrations deportations to Central America and South America countries. Photo: LR composition.
Gomez's viral video received mixed reactions
The emotional video garnered significant attention online, with fans and critics alike reacting to Gomez’s plea. While many praised her for using her platform to raise awareness, others questioned her stance, leading to polarized discussions across social media. In response to some of the backlash, Gomez shared a follow-up post on her Instagram Story, addressing the criticism before ultimately deleting both posts.
Despite the mixed reactions, Gomez’s efforts have reignited conversations about the human impact of immigration policies and the importance of advocacy.
Her video underscores the emotional toll these policies take on individuals with close ties to immigrant communities and serves as a call for empathy in addressing these complex issues.