Czech Americans feel Trump's immigration policy, some have experienced deportation

Klára Moldová expressed her sorrow over the rapid deportation of her friend to the Czech Republic after he was detained by immigration agents in Chicago. This incident highlights the fears faced by many Czech families in the U.S. due to strict immigration policies under President Trump. Moldová noted that her friend was sent back without the chance to collect personal belongings, leaving behind a cat that she later rescued. Many families are now anxious about their immigration status, with some opting for voluntary deportation. The Czech community in Chicago is shrinking, and the school Moldová runs may be the last remnant of their heritage. Věra Dvořák shared similar concerns, emphasizing the reliance on undocumented immigrants for various jobs. Vít Miller, a Czech immigrant, views current immigration policies as necessary for national security, contrasting with the experiences of those who fled communism. Lucia Kollárová, an immigration lawyer, lamented the difficulties in…