Family Bakery Denies False Rumors of Cooperating with ICE

Medina Bakery Denies False Rumors

• 📌 Medina Bakery and Restaurant in Fairview, New Jersey, is publicly refuting online rumors accusing them of working with immigration authorities.
• 💡 Owner Jorge Medina, who immigrated from Guatemala, stated that these claims are false and damaging to his family business.

Impact of Rumors

• 📉 Since ICE raids increased in New Jersey, the bakery has experienced a 30% drop in business.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The Medina family emphasizes their commitment to the community, employing numerous workers who rely on the business to support their families.

Owner's Statement

• 🗣️ Jorge Medina, speaking through an interpreter, expressed that it's impossible for them to betray their own community, stating, "We are all fighters in this country. No one in my family is involved with ICE."
• 🚫 He urged the public not to believe the false information and encouraged community members to visit the bakery without fear.