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Jhon F.F.: Ecuadorian electrician seeking asylum detained by ICE after two years here

An Ecuadorian electrician and asylum seeker who had lived in the U.S. for two years was detained by ICE in February 2026. A judge found his detention violated due process and ordered his immediate release.

Feb 22, 2026California City, CACountry of origin: Ecuador

An Ecuadorian asylum seeker who entered the US in October 2023 was arrested by ICE on February 22, 2026 and detained at California City Detention Facility. He had been working as an electrician since 2025 with no criminal history. The court granted his habeas corpus petition and ordered his immediate release, finding his detention violated due process.

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