I.E In Friends

The U.S HATES Mexicans? Operation w*tback, ICE Raids, LA & More - Ep. 210

Episode Summary

In this episode, we uncover the dark truth behind Operation Wetback (1954) — a massive and brutal deportation campaign carried out by the U.S. government that targeted over a million Mexican immigrants and even U.S. citizens of Mexican descent. We dive into the historical context, the racial profiling, the inhumane conditions, and the lasting impact it had on Latino communities across the country. This is a story the history books often skip — but one we must never forget. Follow I.E In Friends here: https://linktr.ee/IEinFriends Take The Mic! https://forms.gle/nSf7f2YKqSgxRBur8 Subscribe to us Patreon for exclusive episodes! https://www.patreon.com/ieinfriends Get 10% OFF on TasteSalud Products with code IEFRIENDS at tastesalud.com Follow Us! Saul V Gomez Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/saulvgomez/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/Saulvgomez_ Aaron Caraveo Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/airbear_ie

Episode Notes

In this episode, we uncover the dark truth behind Operation Wetback (1954) — a massive and brutal deportation campaign carried out by the U.S. government that targeted over a million Mexican immigrants and even U.S. citizens of Mexican descent. We dive into the historical context, the racial profiling, the inhumane conditions, and the lasting impact it had on Latino communities across the country. This is a story the history books often skip — but one we must never forget.

 

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