Trump’s immigration sweeps leave southwest Kansas communities looking for way forward

By: Morgan Chilson

Outlets: Kansas Reflector

Published: October 2, 2026

Words: 2,190

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 1 day ago

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DODGE CITY — Southwest Kansas communities reeling from President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown — which included random stops to check status — are looking for ways to recover as fear continues to grip the area’s large Hispanic population.

Restaurants closed, motel managers cancelled reservations and the area’s large beef processing facilities shortened or called off shifts last week as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers rushed in and immigrant employees didn’t show …

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