Today, President Donald J. Trump hosted a poignant ceremony at the White House, honoring Angel Families—those who have suffered the devastating loss of loved ones at the hands of criminal illegal aliens. This gathering marked the second anniversary of Laken Riley’s murder and featured the signing of a Proclamation by President Trump, establishing February 22 as National Angel Family Day—a day dedicated to remembering victims and the families left to mourn as a result of lenient border policies.
With claims of the most fortified border in American history, the Trump Administration is resolute in its mission to eradicate dangerous criminal illegal aliens from American neighborhoods, emphasizing accountability to prevent further tragedies for families across the nation.
- Allyson Phillips, mother of 22-year-old Laken Riley, a victim of an illegal alien while jogging in Georgia, stated: “Those who have endured this nightmare understand the weight of the responsibility he carries in securing our nation and advocating for families—because this tragedy could happen to any family.” (Watch)
- Steve Ronnebeck, whose 21-year-old son, Grant, was shot dead by an illegal alien while working at an Arizona convenience store, expressed: “President Trump spoke about Grant even before he was elected in 2016—finally, we felt hope. Today, we see that someone remembers all of our loved ones.” (Watch)
- Laura Wilkerson, mother of Joshua, who was murdered by an illegal alien classmate, shared: “I met a man running for office 11 years ago who listened as I recounted the brutal murder of my son. That man was President Trump. He promised to never forget my son’s story and to fight for American families. His commitment has never wavered.” (Watch)
- Marie Vega, who lost her son, former U.S. Marine and Border Patrol Agent Javier ‘Harvey’ Vega, Jr., during a family outing, said: “Thank God we have you in office. Without you, America wouldn’t grasp the consequences of open borders. Thank you for restoring law and order and recognizing us—the Angel Families.” (Watch)
- Jody Jones, whose brother Rocky was killed by an illegal alien, remarked: “I am fed up with hearing Democrat politicians express their sorrow over criminal illegal aliens being ‘ripped apart’ from their families. What about us? What about the American families? We matter too, and this man understands that.” (Watch)
- Officer Ethan Curreri, who apprehended the illegal alien responsible for Laken Riley’s murder months later, stated: “I arrested José Ibarra for endangering a child. A few months later, I saw his face on the news for brutally murdering Laken Riley. I did my job, but the system failed—no detainer, no accountability, no deportation. An innocent life was lost. Under this Administration, illegal entry into our country will have consequences.” (Watch)
