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Venezuelan man detained by ICE despite withholding of removal grant

Apr 9, 2026

Country of origin: Venezuela

A Venezuelan citizen who entered the U.S. in 2023 was granted withholding of removal to Venezuela in February 2025. On April 9, 2026, he was detained by ICE during a routine check-in. His wife was informed that authorities intended to remove him to Africa, despite his withholding protection. The court issued a habeas petition order requiring respondents to show cause why the petition should not be granted and ordered advance notice of any removal.

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