Selena Gomez breaks down in tears over Donald Trump’s deportation policy: 'I'll try everything'

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Selena Gomez has once again spoken out about immigration issues in the United States, this time sharing a deeply emotional video on her Instagram Story.

In the now-deleted clip, the 32-year-old actress tearfully addressed the consequences of President Donald Trump's deportation policies, particularly those affecting Mexican families.

Selena Gomez says her people are 'getting attacked'

With her voice cracking with emotion, Selena Gomez said, “All my people are getting attacked, the children. I don’t understand. I’m so sorry, I wish I could do something, but I can’t."

"I don’t know what to do. I’ll try everything, I promise,” she added.

The post was captioned simply with a Mexican flag emoji.

Shortly after taking down the video, Gomez posted a follow-up message that read, “Apparently it’s not ok to show empathy for people.”

Selena Gomez's personal connection to immigration

This is not the first time Selena Gomez has addressed immigration.

The 'Only Murders in the Building' star has shared her own family’s immigration story, tracing their journey from Mexico to the United States.

In a 2019 Time magazine essay, Gomez recounted how her aunt crossed the border in the 1970s, hidden in the back of a truck.

Her paternal grandparents followed and eventually welcomed Gomez’s father in the US.

“Undocumented immigration is an issue I think about every day,” she wrote.

“I never forget how blessed I am to have been born in this country thanks to my family and the grace of circumstance,” she added.

Selena Gomez's history of amplifying immigrant voices

Selena Gomez has used her platform to advocate for immigrant families and highlight the challenges they face.

In 2019, she executive-produced 'Living Undocumented', a Netflix documentary that chronicled the struggles of immigrant families navigating the US immigration system.

“When I signed on to executive-produce a show about undocumented immigrants, I couldn’t help but anticipate the criticisms I might face,” Gomez said.

“But the truth is, the worst criticism I can imagine is still nothing compared to what undocumented immigrants face every day,” she noted.

In the same year, she publicly condemned the conditions of detention centers, describing children “sleeping on concrete floors with aluminum blankets” as “absolutely inhumane.”

She urged her followers to demand change, writing, “How is this still happening? We need to get this to finally stop!”

Selena Gomez on celebrating heritage

A proud Mexican-American, Selena Gomez, has embraced her heritage through her work and personal life.

She released a Spanish-language album, 'Revelacion', and took six months of Spanish lessons to prepare for her role in the upcoming film Emilia Pérez.

“I grew up speaking Spanish, but I lost my fluency after moving to Los Angeles for work at a young age,” Gomez explained during an NPR interview.

“I wish I knew more, but I try to honor my culture as much as possible,” she said.

In 2020, she delivered a heartfelt speech for Define American’s virtual commencement for immigrant graduates.

“You matter, and your experiences are a huge part of the American story,” she told the graduates, reflecting on how her family’s journey laid the foundation for her own success.

“I’m a proud, third-generation American-Mexican,” she said, according to Daily Mail.

“Each of you has a unique tale of becoming an American. Regardless of your immigration status, you’ve taken action to earn an education and make your families proud," she added.