BORDER ISSUES

Title 42 vigil in Nogales

Antranik Tavitian
Arizona Republic
Jose Israel Lozano, of Honduras, leads a prayer during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. Lozano sold everything he owned and migrated to Mexico after he was extorted by cartel members. He spent time in Mexicali with his family, but moved to Nogales with hopes of having an easier time seeking asylum. Lozano also talked about the dangers he faced as a migrant in Mexican border towns. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Jose Israel Lozano, of Honduras, leads a prayer during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. Lozano sold everything he owned and migrated to Mexico after he was extorted by cartel members. He spent time in Mexicali with his family, but moved to Nogales with hopes of having an easier time seeking asylum. Lozano also talked about the dangers he faced as a migrant in Mexican border towns. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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The Delgado family sits inside their two room house on the outskirts of Nogales as they describe their experiences as migrants on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. The family moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after receiving threats from the cartel. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
The Delgado family sits inside their two room house on the outskirts of Nogales as they describe their experiences as migrants on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. The family moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after receiving threats from the cartel. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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People listen to migrant speakers during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
People listen to migrant speakers during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Yaritza Delgado Tejero, 5, plays outside her home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. Yaritza and her family moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after her uncle was kidnaped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Yaritza Delgado Tejero, 5, plays outside her home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. Yaritza and her family moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after her uncle was kidnaped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Protesters lift a cross with the words "End Title 42" writing on it during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Protesters lift a cross with the words "End Title 42" writing on it during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Guadalupe Velez (left) and her daughter Maria Alejandra, 9, take ice they crushed inside to make a drink at their home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. Velez, of Guerrero, along with her cousin's family, moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after the family received threats from he cartel. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Guadalupe Velez (left) and her daughter Maria Alejandra, 9, take ice they crushed inside to make a drink at their home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. Velez, of Guerrero, along with her cousin's family, moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after the family received threats from he cartel. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Rafael Delgado (center) holds up his baby Liam Delgado Garcia, 1, outside their home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. Rafael moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after his brother Carlos was kidnaped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Rafael Delgado (center) holds up his baby Liam Delgado Garcia, 1, outside their home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. Rafael moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after his brother Carlos was kidnaped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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From left, Guadalupe Velez hands drinks to Liam Delgado Garcia, 1, Maria Alejandra Lopez Velez, 9, Amaya Delgado Garcia, 2, Yaritza Delgado Tejero, 5, and Cristian Lopez Velez, 11, at their home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. The families moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after receiving threats from the cartel. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
From left, Guadalupe Velez hands drinks to Liam Delgado Garcia, 1, Maria Alejandra Lopez Velez, 9, Amaya Delgado Garcia, 2, Yaritza Delgado Tejero, 5, and Cristian Lopez Velez, 11, at their home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. The families moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after receiving threats from the cartel. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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From left, Yaritza Delgado Tejero, 5, Cristian Lopez Velez, 11, Liam Delgado Garc’a, 1, and Maria Alejandra Lopez Velez, 9, play with stray dogs outside their home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. The children and their families moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after receiving threats from the cartel. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
From left, Yaritza Delgado Tejero, 5, Cristian Lopez Velez, 11, Liam Delgado Garc’a, 1, and Maria Alejandra Lopez Velez, 9, play with stray dogs outside their home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. The children and their families moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after receiving threats from the cartel. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Leslie Garcia Ramirez, of Morelos, Mexico, looks off during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. Garcia moved to Nogales with her family after her husband was kidnapped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Leslie Garcia Ramirez, of Morelos, Mexico, looks off during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. Garcia moved to Nogales with her family after her husband was kidnapped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Carlos Delgado talks about his experience as a migrant at his home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. The family moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after he was kidnaped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Carlos Delgado talks about his experience as a migrant at his home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. The family moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after he was kidnaped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Migrants stand in line to speak with volunteers during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Migrants stand in line to speak with volunteers during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Daney Delgado Garcia, 7, sweeps the floor at her home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. Her family moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after her father was kidnaped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Daney Delgado Garcia, 7, sweeps the floor at her home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. Her family moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after her father was kidnaped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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A view of the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. The Delgado family moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after Carlos, the father, was kidnaped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
A view of the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. The Delgado family moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after Carlos, the father, was kidnaped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Jose Israel Lozano, of Honduras, closes his eyes in prayer during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. Lozano sold everything he owned and migrated to Mexico after he was extorted by cartel members. He spent time in Mexicali with his family, but moved to Nogales with hopes of having an easier time seeking asylum. Lozano also talked about the dangers he faced as a migrant in Mexican border towns. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Jose Israel Lozano, of Honduras, closes his eyes in prayer during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. Lozano sold everything he owned and migrated to Mexico after he was extorted by cartel members. He spent time in Mexicali with his family, but moved to Nogales with hopes of having an easier time seeking asylum. Lozano also talked about the dangers he faced as a migrant in Mexican border towns. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Leslie Garcia Ramirez shares her experiences as a migrant at her home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. The family moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after her husband was kidnaped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Leslie Garcia Ramirez shares her experiences as a migrant at her home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. The family moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after her husband was kidnaped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Carlos Delgado talks about his experience as a migrant at his home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. The family moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after her husband was kidnapped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Carlos Delgado talks about his experience as a migrant at his home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. The family moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after her husband was kidnapped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Yaritza Delgado Tejero, 5, (left) and Cristian Lopez Velez, 11, (right) play outside their home on the outskirts of Nogales on Monday, May 23, 2022. The children and their families moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after receiving threats from the cartel. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Yaritza Delgado Tejero, 5, (left) and Cristian Lopez Velez, 11, (right) play outside their home on the outskirts of Nogales on Monday, May 23, 2022. The children and their families moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after receiving threats from the cartel. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Cristian Lopez Velez, 11, tries to avoid stray dogs as he plays outside his home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. Cristian and his family moved from Guerrero to Nogales to apply for asylum after his family was threatened by the cartel. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Cristian Lopez Velez, 11, tries to avoid stray dogs as he plays outside his home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. Cristian and his family moved from Guerrero to Nogales to apply for asylum after his family was threatened by the cartel. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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From left, Cristian Lopez Velez, 11, Yaritza Delgado Tejero, 5, Daisy Tejero, Rafael Delgado, Liam Delgado Garc’a, 1, and Caleb Delgado Garc’a, 9, sit in their home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. The families moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after receiving threats from the cartel. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
From left, Cristian Lopez Velez, 11, Yaritza Delgado Tejero, 5, Daisy Tejero, Rafael Delgado, Liam Delgado Garc’a, 1, and Caleb Delgado Garc’a, 9, sit in their home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. The families moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after receiving threats from the cartel. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Elena Perez (left) and her husband Hernando Mondragon, of Michoacán, Mexico, hold each other during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. The couple arrived to Nogales fifteen days ago with the hope of seeking asylum in the U.S., but a federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Elena Perez (left) and her husband Hernando Mondragon, of Michoacán, Mexico, hold each other during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. The couple arrived to Nogales fifteen days ago with the hope of seeking asylum in the U.S., but a federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Eluvia Ramirez, of Guatemala, carries her baby on her back as he sleeps during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Eluvia Ramirez, of Guatemala, carries her baby on her back as he sleeps during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Amaya Delgado Garcia, 2, tucks her baby doll into a crib at her home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. Her family moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after her father was kidnaped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Amaya Delgado Garcia, 2, tucks her baby doll into a crib at her home on the outskirts of Nogales on May 23, 2022. Her family moved to Nogales to apply for asylum after her father was kidnaped by the cartel for four days. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Eluvia Ramirez, of Guatemala, carries her baby on her back as she prays during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Eluvia Ramirez, of Guatemala, carries her baby on her back as she prays during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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Blandie Ulysa Ramirez Ramirez, 3, of Guatemala, holds her mother's hand during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
Blandie Ulysa Ramirez Ramirez, 3, of Guatemala, holds her mother's hand during a vigil near the DeConcini port of entry for the continuation of Title 42 on May 23, 2022, in Nogales, Mexico. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that Title 42, a Trump administration era public health order, must stay in place; making it difficult for migrants in Mexico to seek asylum to the U.S.
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