Operation Wetback - A Controversial Immigration Enforcement Initiative
In the mid-20th century, the United States grappled with a seismic shift in immigration and labor, particularly involving Mexican nationals. As debates intensified and tensions rose, the government launched one of its most controversial initiatives: Operation Wetback. This sweeping program aimed to tackle illegal immigration from Mexico, but it stirred fierce debates that resonate to this day. Join me as we delve into the origins of Operation Wetback, explore its implementation, and examine the profound, lasting effects it has had on U.S. immigration policy and Mexican-American communities.