Queens woman's brother detained for months after ICE stop during commuteA Queens woman's undocumented brother from Mexico was detained for months after being stopped on his way to work, prompting a door-to-door campaign to teach residents their rights during ICE encounters.August 18, 2026·East Elmhurst, NY·Mexico·ABC7 New York📦
Jeferson E.: Venezuelan former police officer deported to El Salvador prison despite court orderJeferson Escalona, 19, a former Venezuelan police officer, was deported to El Salvador's CECOT prison in late March 2025 despite a judge's order barring such removals, after denying gang ties alleged from hand-gesture photos.Jan 2025·Anson, TX·Venezuela·Hindustan Times📦,ABC News📦
Mario F.A.: Wife of man detained by ICE can't afford rent, food or diapersMario Eduardo Fajardo Aviles's wife launched a GoFundMe after his detention left her unable to pay rent or buy food and diapers while covering thousands in legal fees to fight his case.Jan 2025·Pittsburgh, PA·PublicSource📦,GoFundMe📦,Instagram📦
Julio O. and Lucero G.: Texas siblings take on parental roles after immigration raid separates familyAfter agents arrested their parents, Julio Orosco and Lucero Garza, in a January raid in Donna, Texas, their six children took on caretaking and work duties, with 22-year-old Andrea becoming head of household.Jan 1, 2025·Donna, TX·Mexico·New York Times,Noticias de Delicias📦,Seattle Times,Instagram📦
