Jose never imagined that a simple immigration appointment would change the course of his family. Marina, his wife, went to an ICE office in Chicago on June 4, unaware that she would be detained and sent to a detention center in Kentucky. Since then, life has become increasingly difficult for Jose and his three children. While he works full-time to support the household, he also has to take care of raising, sending their children to school, and providing emotional support: Ruddy, 13; Aaron, 9; and Sofia, 5. "It was like being hit," he said, recalling the moment Marina told him he was on the deportation list. According to a Telemundo Chicago report, during that immigration appointment, Jose was texting with his wife, and the last thing he received was: "Take care of yourself, I'm already in the deportation group."

Bring my mom back, the children of the arrested immigrant plead.

In the immigrant family's home, Marina's absence is felt in every corner. Ruddy hasn't been able to sleep well since his mother was arrested. "I can't eat comfortably without someone who was always there with us at the table," he said.

At first, Jose tried to hide what had happened to protect them, but as the days went by, it became impossible to keep silent. Aaron, his voice breaking, said the house "is sad, without mom, without hugs." And Sofia, the youngest, barely managed to ask: "Bring my mom back, I need her so much." The Lopez family has been living in Chicago for years, working honestly and being part of their community. That's why Jose decided to speak out and send a direct message to former President Donald Trump, who he holds responsible for the immigration policy that led to his wife's arrest. "I'm asking you to let us stay here. We're not criminals, we're just working," he declared. While the wait becomes eternal, Jose and his children cling to memories, to their mother's love, and to a hope that, although battered, has not disappeared.

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