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local1 month ago•2 min saved

Mistaken Identity ICE Raid in St. Paul Draws Family Scrutiny

Federal agents conducted a targeted ICE operation in St. Paul, detaining Chongly Scott Thao inside his home in what his family describes as a mistaken-identity case; Thao, a U.S. citizen, was reportedly not shown a warrant and was captured in boxers and Crocs, while officials say the operation targeted two convicted sex offenders and those suspects have not yet been arrested; DHS will release photos of the actual targets to aid the search.

via CBS News|

#ice #immigration #local

law-and-justice4 months ago•2 min saved

U.S. Citizen Sues Over Wrongful Immigration Arrests and Raids

A U.S.-born citizen, Leonardo Garcia Venegas, has filed a lawsuit against the federal government, claiming wrongful detention and arrest by immigration authorities based on racial profiling and policies that allegedly violate the Fourth Amendment. Venegas asserts he was detained twice despite showing valid identification, and the lawsuit seeks to address broader issues affecting other citizens and lawful residents subjected to similar treatment during immigration enforcement actions.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#detention #fourth-amendment #immigration

nation4 months ago•2 min saved

US Citizen Sues Over Repeated Unlawful ICE Raids in Alabama

A U.S. citizen and Alabama construction worker, Leo Venegas, has filed a federal lawsuit against immigration authorities, alleging wrongful detention during workplace raids that targeted Latino-looking workers without warrants or suspicion, despite his showing of valid ID. The lawsuit challenges the constitutionality of these enforcement tactics under the Trump administration, emphasizing the wrongful treatment of citizens based on appearance and job.

via PBS|

#alabama #immigration #lawsuit

immigration5 months ago•11 min saved

ICE conducts major immigration crackdown across Chicago area, detaining US citizens and prompting protests

An Elgin man, a U.S. citizen, was briefly detained during a Chicago-area immigration enforcement operation, which involved aggressive tactics and the destruction of his home, but he was later released after verification of his citizenship. The operation targeted illegal immigrants, with authorities making multiple arrests, sparking community protests and concerns about immigration policies and enforcement methods.

via Chicago Tribune|

#chicago-area #detention #immigration

world7 months ago•2 min saved

American Man Killed Amid Sectarian Violence in Syria

A U.S. citizen, Hosam Saraya, was killed in Syria amid sectarian violence, with videos showing him among unarmed men being executed by Syrian government forces. The incident occurred in Tishreen Square during ongoing fighting, and the U.S. State Department is investigating the case, expressing concern and offering condolences to the family.

via ABC News|

#executions #hosam-saraya #sectarian-violence

world7 months ago•0 min saved

U.S. and Wells Fargo Executives Face Chinese Exit Bans Amid Rising Tensions

A Chinese American working for the U.S. Commerce Department is unable to leave China after failing to disclose his employment on his visa application, and is caught in China's exit ban practices used as coercion, according to sources.

via The Washington Post|

#china #commerce-department #exit-ban

immigration7 months ago•10 min saved

Army Veteran and US Citizen Detained in California Immigration Raid Amid Violence and Fears

George Retes, a 25-year-old US citizen and Army veteran, was detained for three days during an immigration raid at a California marijuana farm, missing his daughter's third birthday and suffering injuries, while his family struggled to find his whereabouts. The incident highlights concerns over immigration enforcement practices and the treatment of legal residents and citizens during such operations.

via CNN|

#army-veteran #detention #family

world7 months ago•2 min saved

California Immigration Raids: US Citizens and Workers Detained, Family Calls for Justice

A US citizen and Army veteran, George Retes, claims he was unlawfully detained for three days during a California immigration raid, where he was mistreated and not informed of any charges. The incident has sparked concerns about the conduct of immigration enforcement and the potential wrongful detention of citizens and legal residents. The Department of Homeland Security is reviewing his case for possible federal charges.

via Reuters|

#california #detention #immigration-raids

world7 months ago•3 min saved

US Calls for Investigation into Killing of American by Israeli Settlers in West Bank

Relatives of Sayfollah Musallet, a US citizen from Florida, call on the US government to prosecute Israeli settlers responsible for his death in the West Bank, criticizing perceived indifference and demanding accountability amid ongoing violence in the region.

via The Guardian|

#accountability #israeli-settlers #us-citizen

society7 months ago•1 min saved

Controversies Surrounding California Pot Raids and Political Ties

A disabled U.S. Army veteran and citizen, George Retes, was detained during an immigration raid in Camarillo but was released without charges after more than three days in custody. His family and union are concerned about the circumstances of his detention and release.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#camarillo #detention #immigration-raid

world7 months ago•3 min saved

American Killed in West Bank Violence Amid Rising Tensions

A 20-year-old American, Sayfollah Musallet, was brutally beaten to death by Israeli settlers in the West Bank while visiting relatives, amid ongoing violence and tensions in the region, prompting calls for investigation and raising concerns about the pattern of settler violence against U.S. citizens.

via HuffPost|

#israeli-settlers #palestinian-israeli-conflict #us-citizen

world7 months ago•2 min saved

U.S. Citizen Killed in West Bank Settler Attack

A U.S. citizen, Sayfollah Musallet, was beaten to death by Israeli settlers during a confrontation in the West Bank, amid ongoing tensions and violence following Hamas attacks on Israel, with broader humanitarian and political implications.

via NPR|

#israel #palestinians #us-citizen

world7 months ago•4 min saved

Multiple Fatalities in West Bank Settler Attacks and Gaza

Two Palestinians, including a dual US citizen, were killed in a settler attack in the West Bank, amid increased violence following Hamas's attack on Israel. The incident involved stone-throwing, shooting, and clashes, with reports of injuries and property damage. The US and international community have expressed concern over the escalation of violence and settler attacks in the region.

via BBC|

#israeli-settlers #palestinians #us-citizen

world7 months ago•2 min saved

US Citizen Killed in West Bank Attack Sparks Condemnation and Calls for Action

A Palestinian American man was beaten to death and another was shot in a confrontation with Israeli settlers in Sinjil, West Bank, prompting Israeli police to investigate amid rising settler violence since 2023. The incident has drawn international attention and calls for accountability.

via Reuters|

#palestinian-israeli-conflict #settler-violence #sinjil

immigration8 months ago•2 min saved

US Citizen Detained During ICE Raid in Los Angeles Sparks Family Outrage

A US citizen, Andrea Velez, was forcibly detained during an ICE raid in Los Angeles, which her family described as kidnapping, raising concerns about the treatment of citizens during immigration enforcement and highlighting issues of racial profiling and wrongful arrests.

via The Guardian|

#ice-raid #immigration #immigration-enforcement