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"It's a difficult time to be American," says son of Mexican killed by ICE; family honors Lorenzo Salgado
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"It's a difficult time to be American," says son of Mexican killed by ICE; family honors Lorenzo Salgado

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Hundreds gathered in Houston to honor Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a 52-year-old man fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent.
  • Salgado Jr. expressed that it is a difficult time to be American, highlighting the pursuit of justice and the need for unity.
  • The family seeks the return of Salgado's belongings, including his truck, to support his construction business and continue his legacy.

Hundreds of Houston residents defied a rainy Saturday morning to honor Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a 52-year-old man who was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent. The shooting occurred after federal agents pursued Salgado, who was driving his crew to a job site in unmarked vehicles.

It is a difficult time to be American.

— Lorenzo Salgado Jr.Expressing the emotional toll of the incident and broader immigration policies.

The incident has ignited outrage among Houston leaders and renewed public scrutiny of ICE's practices, particularly amid President Donald Trump's broader crackdown on undocumented immigrants. Lorenzo Salgado Jr. declared, "It is a difficult time to be American," emphasizing the pursuit of justice and the imperative for the community to remain united. His brother, Ronaldo Salgado, described their father as a quiet, hardworking man who took pride in his construction work.

We, the people, will bring justice. We, the people, must stand united.

— Lorenzo Salgado Jr.Calling for community action and solidarity.

Ronaldo recounted his father's resilience against hurtful comments, often related to his darker complexion, recalling his father's mantra, "I'm not stupid. I'm a badass, I'm a tough guy, and my kids are badass too." The family is requesting the return of Salgado's personal effects, including his wallet, phone, lunchbox, and truck, which were confiscated as evidence. They hope to resume his construction business, which contributes to building homes in Houston's suburbs, and continue his legacy of providing for his family and community.

My father, my brothers, and I embody the American dream.

— Lorenzo Salgado Jr.Highlighting his family's connection to the American experience.
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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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