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Isabel: Honduran mother's work permit and ID withheld by ICE despite judge's order

Isabel, a single mother of two from Honduras with a pending asylum case, was held four days before a judge ordered her release. ICE has not returned her work permit, ID, and her daughter's passport.

Jan 2026Bloomington, MNCountry of origin: Honduras

Isabel: Honduran mother's work permit and ID withheld by ICE despite judge's order
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Isabel, a 41-year-old single mother of two from Honduras with a pending asylum case and valid five-year work permit, was arrested at her monthly immigration check-in in Bloomington. She was detained for four days across three facilities before a federal judge ordered her release with her belongings. However, ICE returned only her wallet and checks; her work permit, state ID, daughter's U.S. passport, and over $700 in checks were withheld. Despite the judge's order, ICE has not returned the documents, leaving her unable to work or travel without fear of arrest.

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