Agustin Gentile, a green card holder and father of two U.S. citizen children, is detained by ICE following a past misdemeanor conviction, despite his parents’ support for Trump’s stricter immigration policies. His detention highlights the impact of the administration’s immigration enforcement on legal immigrants, even those with minor past offenses. Gentile’s parents, who feel betrayed by the administration’s actions, are fighting for his release while grappling with the emotional toll on their family and the harsh conditions reported at the Stewart Detention Center. The case underscores growing public disapproval of the administration’s immigration policies, with many legal permanent residents experiencing increased anxiety about international travel.
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A federal judge in Vermont ordered the immediate release of Mohsen Mahdawi, a Columbia University student and lawful permanent resident, who had been arrested during his citizenship interview. Mahdawi, who had been detained by federal agents for protesting Israel’s war in Gaza, successfully challenged the constitutionality of his arrest and detention, arguing it violated his First Amendment rights. His release marks a victory against the Trump administration’s targeting of student activists, though other similar cases remain pending. The government’s actions were described by his legal team as baseless and a disgrace to the U.S. Constitution.
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Cliona Ward, a 54-year-old Irish woman and legal US resident for over 30 years, was detained by ICE upon her return from visiting her ailing father in Ireland. Her detention stems from decades-old, expunged drug convictions that, while erased under state law, remain on her federal record. Currently held in a Tacoma, Washington ICE facility, Ward’s case has garnered attention from her family, who have launched a GoFundMe campaign, and her representative, US Representative Jimmy Panetta, who deemed her detention unacceptable. Ward awaits a court date on May 7th.
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Despite claiming U.S. citizenship and presenting a birth certificate, Hermosillo, who has learning disabilities and limited literacy, was detained for ten days at Florence Correctional Center based on a DHS report containing inaccurate location details. His detention was prolonged due to a rescheduled hearing, and his requests for medical attention while suffering from the flu were ignored. The initial DHS report, which Hermosillo claims he never properly reviewed, ultimately proved to be flawed.
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Aditya Wahyu Harsono, a Minnesota hospital worker and father of an infant with special needs, was arrested and detained by ICE agents after his student visa was retroactively revoked without notice. His subsequent motion to dismiss was denied, despite his wife being a US citizen and his having a pending green card application. The revocation was based on a past misdemeanor conviction and allegedly linked to his pro-Palestinian activism, prompting concerns about weaponization of the immigration system. Harsono remains in custody, facing potential deportation and financial ruin for his family, with his attorney planning further legal action.
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Juan Carlos Lopez-Gomez, a US citizen born in Georgia, was arrested in Florida and detained on a 48-hour hold requested by ICE, despite presenting a valid birth certificate. He was charged under Florida’s SB 4C law, which a federal court temporarily blocked, with being an “unauthorized alien.” Although the judge dismissed the charge, ICE’s detainer initially prevented his release. Following public outcry and advocacy efforts, Lopez-Gomez was ultimately released on Thursday evening.
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Juan Carlos Lopez-Gomez, a U.S. citizen born in Georgia, was arrested in Florida under a controversial state law for allegedly entering the state illegally. Despite a judge verifying his birth certificate and Social Security card, and finding no probable cause for the charge, he remains detained by ICE. This detention is occurring despite a prior federal court injunction temporarily blocking the law’s enforcement. His family and advocates are demanding his immediate release, citing potential racial profiling.
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The recent case of a U.S.-born man held by ICE under Florida’s new anti-immigration law highlights a deeply concerning trend. This situation underscores the escalating anxieties surrounding the erosion of civil liberties and due process in the United States. The arbitrary detention of a citizen, seemingly based on spurious charges and the mere request of ICE, represents a significant breach of constitutional rights. This isn’t simply about immigration; it’s about the potential for unchecked government power to target anyone deemed undesirable.
The initial reaction to news of the detention has been a mix of disbelief and alarm. Many point to historical precedents, such as the Japanese-American internment camps, to illustrate the dangers of unchecked government power targeting specific groups.… Continue reading
In Leon County, Florida, 21-year-old U.S. citizen Lopez Gomez, born in Georgia, was arrested and charged under a recently enacted, temporarily enjoined anti-immigration law. Despite presentation of his birth certificate proving his citizenship, a judge ruled she lacked authority to release him. This arrest highlights the disregard for a federal court order and raises concerns about the influence of the president’s disregard for legal processes on local law enforcement actions. The incident underscores potential conflicts between state and federal laws, particularly concerning immigration enforcement.
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Aditya Harsono, a 33-year-old Marshall resident with a pending green card application, was arrested by ICE and faces deportation despite possessing a valid student visa. His arrest followed the revocation of his F-1 visa, seemingly linked to a dismissed charge from a 2021 protest. Harsono’s attorney believes the detention is politically motivated, citing the prioritization of the protest charge over a past misdemeanor. He remains in custody despite a granted bond appeal, leaving his wife and infant daughter facing separation.
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