A mother and her 9-year-old daughter were detained by ICE at San Francisco International Airport.

Video of the arrest shows the mother crying as officers take her into custody in front of her child. Bystanders can be heard asking questions as the situation unfolds.

Moments like this are difficult to watch—and even harder to justify.

Regardless of immigration status, the way enforcement is carried out matters. When a child witnesses a parent being taken away in a public space, the impact can be lasting.

This case has raised serious concerns about how immigration enforcement is being conducted in everyday places like airports.

This petition calls on the Department of Homeland Security and ICE to review this case and exercise discretion in how enforcement is carried out, especially when children are involved.

Families deserve dignity. Children deserve protection from traumatic situations.

Sign this petition to call for compassion, accountability, and a reconsideration of this family’s detention.