As caring people in a democracy, the heart of our values is the belief that power belongs to the People. We all have a voice in shaping our nation, and our government should reflect that—prioritizing our families and communities over the wealthy few.

But today, our democracy is under threat, where billionaires have taken control of our government and are rigging it in their favor.

As the new President transitions into power, fear and anxiety are high. The incoming President has issued a slew of fear-mongering executive orders on day one, including ones that attempt to drive out immigrants and shut down the border. As people who live in the border region, we understand what these actions mean for our families and communities — threats to our ability to go to school, go to work, come home to our families, and visit neighbors in Tijuana. We also understand that these threats have always been present with an inhumane enforcement regime that never truly went away. We as Alliance San Diego will face this moment not in panic, but in purpose, knowing how important it is to discern rhetoric from reality. We will face the future grounded and steadfast in our dignity, and together, we will rise with the community we love, ready to boldly use the tools of democracy to fight for and protect the human rights of everyone.

On January 20, 2025, President Trump rescinded close to 70 orders signed by Biden, and then signed a series of new executive orders. Alliance San Diego has reviewed the potential impact of the orders relating to immigration and border enforcement and is sharing our analysis with the larger justice community to inform conversations. Here is our assessment of 15 actions that the administration plans to attempt but may be impeded by legal, financial and practical constraints. 

Anxiety, determination, hope. Perhaps you are feeling some of that and more. These are the words that describe our feelings at Alliance San Diego in the aftermath of a national election that puts our fundamental freedoms at risk — our freedom of thought, freedom of movement, and freedom to be who we are.