Sakira He said he lives under “constant fear” as an immigrant in the US. In a new interview with the BBC News, Colombia -born singer discussed the impact of US President Donald Trump’s measures to address irregular migration.

He explained that, although he felt acceptable and welcome when he moved to Miami as a teenager, he is now scared because of the political climate.

“I was just 19 years old when I moved to the US, like many other Colombian immigrants coming to this country looking for a better future.”he explained.

Sakira was then asked how she feels like an immigrant in the US today. “It means you live in constant fear,” he replied. “And it is painful to see it”, emphasized.

The singer continued by urging people to defend their rights and remain strong against adversity. ‘Now, more than ever, we must remain united’, he said.

“Now, more than ever, we have to raise our voice and make it clear that a country can change its immigration policies, but the treatment of all people should always be human,” noted.

Her comments come amid on the midst of continuing protests against the raids of the US ICE (ICE) in various Los Angeles workplaces to identify irregular migrants.

In response to protests, Donald Trump approved the development of the National Guard, in which he was allowed to carry out operations against protests over the next 60 days.