Disappeared in America
New website details all the specific people who were disappeared by ICE terrorists under the Trump regime.
https://theimmigrationhub.shorthandstories.com/disappeared-in-america/
Immigrants include:
Rui Murras, a longtime New Bedford resident with a valid green card, was detained by ICE after returning from vacation—despite living in the U.S. since age 2 and having built a stable life with his partner.
Alexi Canas, a father of eight and longtime Maryland resident, was detained by ICE after a court appearance. Despite having no criminal record and decades in the U.S., he's now facing deportation—his family says they're terrified and raising funds for legal help to bring him home.
At least eight international students at the University of Delaware, including three graduate students and five post-graduates, had their visas revoked without prior notice
Juan Maldonado Zuniga, a man from Waterbury, was detained by ICE despite having a pending case in New Britain court. Two other Connecticut residents — a woman from Waterbury and a man from New Haven — were also booked by ICE the following day.
Rümeysa Öztürk, a Turkish Ph.D. student at Tufts University, was abducted by plainclothes ICE agents in Somerville, MA after her visa was quietly revoked without notice. She is now detained in Louisiana and pursuing a legal challenge in federal court,
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was wrongfully deported to a Salvadoran prison, remains in limbo as the Trump administration refuses to comply with a Supreme Court order for his return. His wife, Jennifer Vasquez Sura, was forced into hiding with their children after DHS mistakenly published their home address online.
Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia graduate student and new father, was denied temporary release from ICE detention to attend the birth of his first child—despite no criminal charges and repeated requests from his attorneys. His case is prompting legal challenges and national outcry over the erosion of due process and family rights.
Wilson Martell-Lebron was abducted by ICE agents mid-trial in Boston and thrown into a detention center, despite no violent charges. A judge called the arrest "extraordinarily reckless."
José Antonio Garcia Garcia and Miguel Ordoñez Sorocop were targeted in a pre-dawn raid where ICE agents in military gear used a battering ram to burst into their New Bedford home. Teenagers inside watched in terror as agents stormed in without a warrant or explanation.
Manuel Ruiz, a 54-year-old Guatemalan man, was violently taken by ICE agents in broad daylight during a simple ride to court—ambushed and surrounded by agents in black jackets.
Amilcar Gomez, a Guatemalan worker, was snatched by ICE near Bob’s Tire as agents waited just outside the property to pick off laborers during their lunch break—detaining him without a warrant.
Fabian Schmidt, a 34-year-old German permanent resident of the U.S., was detained at Logan Airport and reportedly subjected to harsh treatment and pressure to surrender his green card. He collapsed in custody and was later hospitalized.
In a sweeping ICE operation kicked off by border czar Tom Homan, 370 people were detained across the Boston area—many without warrants or charges, following Homan’s vow to “bring hell” to the city. Witnesses described military-style raids that terrorized entire neighborhoods.
At least 10 immigrants were detained across Berkshire County, where masked federal agents stormed homes and job sites without warrants—snatching workers with valid work permits. Community leaders compared the operation to historical mass roundups, calling it racist, lawless, and deeply traumatizing
Juan Francisco Mendez, a Guatemalan asylum seeker, was violently detained by ICE in New Bedford while driving to a dental appointment, despite being in the process of legalizing his status and having no criminal record. Agents smashed his car window with a hammer and arrested him in front of his wife and son.
Robert Panton, a 59-year-old Harlem activist and longtime mentor to youth, was detained by ICE during a routine check-in—despite having lived in the U.S. since he was 4 years old and earning praise for his rehabilitation and community service. Even the judge overseeing his case admitted keeping him detained wasn’t right, but ICE refused to release him.
Turkish immigrants Cemal and Emine Emanet, known for running a local restaurant that feeds those in need, were arrested by ICE agents carrying rifles despite having lived in the U.S. since 2008 and awaiting green card decisions. Following public outcry, Emine was released on bond after two weeks of detention.
Karim Daoud, an Egyptian father of two who has lived in New Jersey for over 20 years, was detained by ICE last month after voluntarily visiting their Newark office to renew work authorization paperwork. Despite having no criminal record and deep ties to his community, he now faces deportation, with his family and supporters rallying for his release
Merwil Gutiérrez, a 19-year-old Venezuelan asylum seeker in New York, was mistakenly swept up in a Trump-era ICE raid and deported to a high-security prison in El Salvador—despite agents reportedly acknowledging he wasn't their intended target and had no criminal history.
Yunseo Chung, a 21-year-old Columbia University student and permanent resident, was nearly detained by ICE after participating in campus protests. A federal judge blocked her detention, citing lack of evidence and raising concerns over government retaliation against student activists.
Bachir Atallah, a U.S. citizen, and his wife Jessica were detained for hours by Customs and Border Protection agents after returning from Canada, without explanation or access to their rights. The experience left them shaken, and Atallah now fears retaliation for speaking out.
Mohsen Mahdawi, a Columbia student and legal permanent resident, was detained by ICE while finalizing his U.S. citizenship paperwork—shackled mid-interview and accused of posing foreign policy risks due to his political speech.
Badar Khan Suri, a Georgetown professor and father of three, was detained by masked federal agents after a Ramadan celebration and accused—without evidence—of spreading dangerous political speech. Despite holding a valid visa and facing no criminal charges, he was taken from his home and transferred to a detention center in Louisiana.
Jensy Machado, a naturalized U.S. citizen, was detained at gunpoint by ICE near his home while driving to work in Manassas, Virginia, despite offering to show proof of citizenship. The incident left him shaken and questioning his support for Trump, saying ICE agents “are just following Hispanic people.”
Elsy Noemi Berrios, a Salvadoran mother of four, was violently arrested by ICE while driving to work with her daughter. Agents shattered her car window and took her without showing a warrant. Despite no criminal record and an active asylum case, DHS claims—without evidence—that she’s linked to MS-13.
Nevel Larey Heslop, a 67-year-old lawful permanent resident who had lived in the U.S. since 1984, was torn from the only country he’s called home in over 40 years.
Nascimento Blair, a Jamaican father who came to the U.S. on a temporary visa in 2004, was deported after serving time for a decades-old conviction—despite years of legal efforts to remain near his family.
Carlos Andres, a Colombian immigrant known for his joyful street singing and community spirit, was quietly detained by ICE while working a café shift—despite having no criminal record and being well-loved in his small town.
Four Brazilian workers were arrested by ICE in a Northeast Philadelphia grocery store raid, pulled from their jobs without warning. The market, known for its close-knit community and beloved Brazilian treats, now faces fear and uncertainty.
Four international students in Philadelphia were stripped of their immigration status by DHS, leaving them in legal limbo and fearing removal. One student made the heartbreaking decision to self-deport after her visa was revoked.
Two immigrant men were detained by plainclothes ICE agents inside a Charlottesville courthouse, just moments after one had his charges dismissed.
Abel Orozco Ortega, a 47-year-old father, was arrested by ICE while returning home with tamales for his family. Ortega, who has no criminal record, remains detained in Indiana. "All that I ask is for my husband's release," pleaded Ortega's wife, Yolanda.
Reina Marroquin, a Guatemalan mother of two from Postville, narrowly avoided detention after being unexpectedly summoned to a check-in at the ICE office. Ignacio Jesus Flores-Garcia and Felipe, a Colombian LGBTQ activist, are now facing deportation despite active asylum cases.
Juan Calderon, a Wichita father and 17-year resident, was detained by ICE on January 23 and now faces deportation. His partner, Beatriz , and the mother of his daughter, Tabbie, say his detention has left the family devastated and struggling to stay afloat without their sole provider.
Ramiro Martinez, a U.S. citizen and longtime immigrant rights advocate, was mistakenly detained by ICE outside a Michigan courthouse while supporting a friend at a traffic hearing. Despite showing ID, he was surrounded and questioned, sparking local outrage.
Jose Guadalupe Jaimes was arrested by ICE moments after dropping off his child at school, despite having lived in the U.S. for 30 years, running a business, and holding a valid work permit.
Rosmery Alvarado, a mother of three, was detained by ICE during what was supposed to be a routine citizenship appointment. Her family says she was separated from her husband in the USCIS office and taken away in an unmarked van without explanation. She is now held hours away in detention and faces deportation to Guatemala, despite having lived in the U.S. for decades and raising a citizen family.
Bradley Bartell, a Trump voter from Wisconsin, is speaking out after ICE detained his wife, Camila Muñoz, during their return from a honeymoon—despite her pending green card application and no criminal record. The couple had followed legal steps to adjust her status, but now find themselves separated, paying detention costs and legal fees while fighting for due process.
and plus more...
https://theimmigrationhub.shorthandstories.com/disappeared-in-america/
Immigrants include:
Rui Murras, a longtime New Bedford resident with a valid green card, was detained by ICE after returning from vacation—despite living in the U.S. since age 2 and having built a stable life with his partner.
Alexi Canas, a father of eight and longtime Maryland resident, was detained by ICE after a court appearance. Despite having no criminal record and decades in the U.S., he's now facing deportation—his family says they're terrified and raising funds for legal help to bring him home.
At least eight international students at the University of Delaware, including three graduate students and five post-graduates, had their visas revoked without prior notice
Juan Maldonado Zuniga, a man from Waterbury, was detained by ICE despite having a pending case in New Britain court. Two other Connecticut residents — a woman from Waterbury and a man from New Haven — were also booked by ICE the following day.
Rümeysa Öztürk, a Turkish Ph.D. student at Tufts University, was abducted by plainclothes ICE agents in Somerville, MA after her visa was quietly revoked without notice. She is now detained in Louisiana and pursuing a legal challenge in federal court,
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was wrongfully deported to a Salvadoran prison, remains in limbo as the Trump administration refuses to comply with a Supreme Court order for his return. His wife, Jennifer Vasquez Sura, was forced into hiding with their children after DHS mistakenly published their home address online.
Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia graduate student and new father, was denied temporary release from ICE detention to attend the birth of his first child—despite no criminal charges and repeated requests from his attorneys. His case is prompting legal challenges and national outcry over the erosion of due process and family rights.
Wilson Martell-Lebron was abducted by ICE agents mid-trial in Boston and thrown into a detention center, despite no violent charges. A judge called the arrest "extraordinarily reckless."
José Antonio Garcia Garcia and Miguel Ordoñez Sorocop were targeted in a pre-dawn raid where ICE agents in military gear used a battering ram to burst into their New Bedford home. Teenagers inside watched in terror as agents stormed in without a warrant or explanation.
Manuel Ruiz, a 54-year-old Guatemalan man, was violently taken by ICE agents in broad daylight during a simple ride to court—ambushed and surrounded by agents in black jackets.
Amilcar Gomez, a Guatemalan worker, was snatched by ICE near Bob’s Tire as agents waited just outside the property to pick off laborers during their lunch break—detaining him without a warrant.
Fabian Schmidt, a 34-year-old German permanent resident of the U.S., was detained at Logan Airport and reportedly subjected to harsh treatment and pressure to surrender his green card. He collapsed in custody and was later hospitalized.
In a sweeping ICE operation kicked off by border czar Tom Homan, 370 people were detained across the Boston area—many without warrants or charges, following Homan’s vow to “bring hell” to the city. Witnesses described military-style raids that terrorized entire neighborhoods.
At least 10 immigrants were detained across Berkshire County, where masked federal agents stormed homes and job sites without warrants—snatching workers with valid work permits. Community leaders compared the operation to historical mass roundups, calling it racist, lawless, and deeply traumatizing
Juan Francisco Mendez, a Guatemalan asylum seeker, was violently detained by ICE in New Bedford while driving to a dental appointment, despite being in the process of legalizing his status and having no criminal record. Agents smashed his car window with a hammer and arrested him in front of his wife and son.
Robert Panton, a 59-year-old Harlem activist and longtime mentor to youth, was detained by ICE during a routine check-in—despite having lived in the U.S. since he was 4 years old and earning praise for his rehabilitation and community service. Even the judge overseeing his case admitted keeping him detained wasn’t right, but ICE refused to release him.
Turkish immigrants Cemal and Emine Emanet, known for running a local restaurant that feeds those in need, were arrested by ICE agents carrying rifles despite having lived in the U.S. since 2008 and awaiting green card decisions. Following public outcry, Emine was released on bond after two weeks of detention.
Karim Daoud, an Egyptian father of two who has lived in New Jersey for over 20 years, was detained by ICE last month after voluntarily visiting their Newark office to renew work authorization paperwork. Despite having no criminal record and deep ties to his community, he now faces deportation, with his family and supporters rallying for his release
Merwil Gutiérrez, a 19-year-old Venezuelan asylum seeker in New York, was mistakenly swept up in a Trump-era ICE raid and deported to a high-security prison in El Salvador—despite agents reportedly acknowledging he wasn't their intended target and had no criminal history.
Yunseo Chung, a 21-year-old Columbia University student and permanent resident, was nearly detained by ICE after participating in campus protests. A federal judge blocked her detention, citing lack of evidence and raising concerns over government retaliation against student activists.
Bachir Atallah, a U.S. citizen, and his wife Jessica were detained for hours by Customs and Border Protection agents after returning from Canada, without explanation or access to their rights. The experience left them shaken, and Atallah now fears retaliation for speaking out.
Mohsen Mahdawi, a Columbia student and legal permanent resident, was detained by ICE while finalizing his U.S. citizenship paperwork—shackled mid-interview and accused of posing foreign policy risks due to his political speech.
Badar Khan Suri, a Georgetown professor and father of three, was detained by masked federal agents after a Ramadan celebration and accused—without evidence—of spreading dangerous political speech. Despite holding a valid visa and facing no criminal charges, he was taken from his home and transferred to a detention center in Louisiana.
Jensy Machado, a naturalized U.S. citizen, was detained at gunpoint by ICE near his home while driving to work in Manassas, Virginia, despite offering to show proof of citizenship. The incident left him shaken and questioning his support for Trump, saying ICE agents “are just following Hispanic people.”
Elsy Noemi Berrios, a Salvadoran mother of four, was violently arrested by ICE while driving to work with her daughter. Agents shattered her car window and took her without showing a warrant. Despite no criminal record and an active asylum case, DHS claims—without evidence—that she’s linked to MS-13.
Nevel Larey Heslop, a 67-year-old lawful permanent resident who had lived in the U.S. since 1984, was torn from the only country he’s called home in over 40 years.
Nascimento Blair, a Jamaican father who came to the U.S. on a temporary visa in 2004, was deported after serving time for a decades-old conviction—despite years of legal efforts to remain near his family.
Carlos Andres, a Colombian immigrant known for his joyful street singing and community spirit, was quietly detained by ICE while working a café shift—despite having no criminal record and being well-loved in his small town.
Four Brazilian workers were arrested by ICE in a Northeast Philadelphia grocery store raid, pulled from their jobs without warning. The market, known for its close-knit community and beloved Brazilian treats, now faces fear and uncertainty.
Four international students in Philadelphia were stripped of their immigration status by DHS, leaving them in legal limbo and fearing removal. One student made the heartbreaking decision to self-deport after her visa was revoked.
Two immigrant men were detained by plainclothes ICE agents inside a Charlottesville courthouse, just moments after one had his charges dismissed.
Abel Orozco Ortega, a 47-year-old father, was arrested by ICE while returning home with tamales for his family. Ortega, who has no criminal record, remains detained in Indiana. "All that I ask is for my husband's release," pleaded Ortega's wife, Yolanda.
Reina Marroquin, a Guatemalan mother of two from Postville, narrowly avoided detention after being unexpectedly summoned to a check-in at the ICE office. Ignacio Jesus Flores-Garcia and Felipe, a Colombian LGBTQ activist, are now facing deportation despite active asylum cases.
Juan Calderon, a Wichita father and 17-year resident, was detained by ICE on January 23 and now faces deportation. His partner, Beatriz , and the mother of his daughter, Tabbie, say his detention has left the family devastated and struggling to stay afloat without their sole provider.
Ramiro Martinez, a U.S. citizen and longtime immigrant rights advocate, was mistakenly detained by ICE outside a Michigan courthouse while supporting a friend at a traffic hearing. Despite showing ID, he was surrounded and questioned, sparking local outrage.
Jose Guadalupe Jaimes was arrested by ICE moments after dropping off his child at school, despite having lived in the U.S. for 30 years, running a business, and holding a valid work permit.
Rosmery Alvarado, a mother of three, was detained by ICE during what was supposed to be a routine citizenship appointment. Her family says she was separated from her husband in the USCIS office and taken away in an unmarked van without explanation. She is now held hours away in detention and faces deportation to Guatemala, despite having lived in the U.S. for decades and raising a citizen family.
Bradley Bartell, a Trump voter from Wisconsin, is speaking out after ICE detained his wife, Camila Muñoz, during their return from a honeymoon—despite her pending green card application and no criminal record. The couple had followed legal steps to adjust her status, but now find themselves separated, paying detention costs and legal fees while fighting for due process.
and plus more...
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