I am a citizen of Guatemala and am seeking asylum in the United States. When I came to the United States, I presented myself at the border at San Ysidro, California, asking for asylum.

I came to the United States on or around April 20, 2018, with my biological son, E-Z-G-A. My child is from Guatemala and seeking asylum.

When we came to the United States, we reported at San Ysidro, California, and said that I wanted to seek asylum.

Shortly after arriving, I was told that I was going to be separated from my son. There were no doubts expressed that I was my son’s biological mother and I have a birth certificate to show our relationship. They did not say that I was a danger to my son or was abusive.

I was sent to the Eloy Detention Center in April 2018. My children were sent to an ORR facility in Phoenix, Arizona.

I have not seen my children for 1 month. I worry about E-Z-G-A constantly and I don’t know when I will see them. We have talked on the phone only once. I was given a number to call, but no one answers the phone. I hope I can be with my child very soon. I miss him and am scared for him.

I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the United States of America that the foregoing is true and correct, based on my personal knowledge. Executed in April 24, 2018.

—DECLARATION OF MS. M.M.A.L.
MS. L V. ICE