From left: Lambert Parong, Lindy Rosales, Don Tagala, Momar Visaya, Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel, Philippine Consul General to New York Senen Mangalile, Marilyn Abalos, Marivir Montebon, and Cesar Loverita.
IN a groundbreaking episode of “Citizen Pinoy,” airing this Sunday, leading U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel joins the Fil-Am Press Club of New York (FAPCNY) and Consul General Senen Mangalile of the Philippine Consulate General in New York to address the urgent concerns of the Filipino community in the U.S. in light of President Donald Trump’s inauguration, executive orders and threats of mass deportations.
This special episode marks the first-ever press conference in “Citizen Pinoy’s” 20-year history, held a day after the president announced plans for mass deportation of undocumented immigrants.
In Part 1 of this two-part series, Atty. Gurfinkel delves into the president’s proposed immigration strategies, highlighting their potential impact on millions of undocumented individuals, including Filipinos. He also offers valuable guidance on available legal remedies and actionable steps for the undocumented to prepare for what could be the largest mass deportation in U.S. history.
Consul General Mangalile sheds light on the Philippine Consulate’s own measures to assist affected Filipinos, while prominent members of the FAPCNY, including President Momar Visaya and journalists Don Tagala, Marivir Montebon, Lindy Rosales, and Marilyn Abalos, pose critical questions on behalf of the Filipino community.
Be sure to catch Part 1 of this timely and informative episode of Citizen Pinoy on Sunday, February 2 at 6:30 PM PT (9:30 PM ET) through select Cable/Satellite providers, right after TV Patrol Linggo. Citizen Pinoy is also available on iWantTFC. Viewers may download the free app.
‘CITIZEN PINOY’ TACKLES IMMIGRATION CONCERNS IN HISTORIC KAPIHAN EVENT. This Sunday, “Citizen Pinoy” presents a groundbreaking episode featuring a special press conference with leading U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel (5th from left), the Fil-Am Press Club of New York (FAPCNY), and Philippine Consul General to New York Senen Mangalile (6th from left). Held the day after President Donald Trump’s inauguration, the event addresses the Filipino American community’s fears and concerns over Trump’s plans for mass deportation of undocumented immigrants. Atty. Gurfinkel outlines the potential impact of the president’s immigration policies, offers legal advice, and shares preparation tips for those affected. Consul General Mangalile discusses the Philippine Consulate’s plans to assist Filipinos, while FAPCNY members pose critical questions on behalf of the community. Don’t miss Part 1 of this timely and informative episode of Citizen Pinoy on Sunday, February 2 at 6:30 PM PT (9:30 PM ET) through select Cable/Satellite providers, right after TV Patrol Linggo.
