HOUSTON – A Houston mother who says she crossed into the United States illegally and has lived here for more than 20 years is sharing her story after what she believed was legitimate immigration help turned into pressure, threats, and demands for money.
She spoke one-on-one with KPRC 2 News Reporter Ricky Muñoz and asked not to be identified for safety reasons. She said she knows her immigration status is controversial and understands many viewers disagree with people who cross the border illegally. She said she is not asking for sympathy. She said she is speaking out because people like her are often targeted precisely because of their status.
During the interview, she was asked why, out of all the countries in the world, she chose to come to the United States…