Immigration enforcement drives health concerns in CT

CT Mirror – Tuesday, January 27, 2026
By Sasha Allen and Katy Golvala

For months, Patricia hasn’t slept through the night. She’s stopped visiting friends, she no longer goes to the gym or the park, and she’s gained 60 pounds since immigration enforcement ramped up in the past year.

Patricia moved to the U.S. from Mexico 18 years ago and built a life as an active member of her community in Connecticut. But today, the only time she leaves her house is to work for a few hours each weekend, cleaning offices.

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