Mexico honors its dead with Day of the Dead, but one family remembers victims of ICE in a special altar.
Day of the Dead celebration begins
This weekend, Mexico is observing the Day of the Dead, a traditional holiday honoring deceased loved ones. Families create altars, light candles, and share food to welcome the souls of the departed.Altar honors ICE victims
In a home in Mexico City, a unique altar has been created to honor individuals who have died as a result of encounters with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, commonly known as ICE.Tradition meets activism
The Day of the Dead is a deeply rooted cultural practice, but this particular altar blends tradition with activism, drawing attention to the issue of immigration enforcement and its consequences.Community response is mixed
Some community members have praised the altar as a powerful symbol of remembrance and resistance, while others have expressed concern about the potential for controversy or misunderstanding.
