Requests to remove tattoos considered ‘suspicious’ by Trump administration are increasing

Olga wants to cover up her tattoo. She doesn’t regret getting it, but now she’d rather not have it. She’s Venezuelan, 20 years old, and lives in Texas. The tattoo on her skin makes her feel insecure; she has it on her arm, just above her elbow. It’s the initials RHLM, which stand for “Real Hasta La Muerte.” The phrase is by Puerto Rican reggaeton artist Anuel AA, one of the most popular singers in the genre. It’s the title of his first album and a motto he repeats in his songs. He himself has it tattooed on his neck. Olga got it after seeing it in person during his last concert in Texas last year. But that’s Olga’s story; the Trump administration’s story is that this design is among the tattoos that identify members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua. If any law enforcement officer notices it, the young woman could be arrested.

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