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Venezuelan singer John Theis detained by ICE agents

Aug 23, 2026 · Venezuela

Venezuelan singer John Theis detained by ICE agents

John Theis, a Venezuelan singer and rapper, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. News of his arrest was confirmed and shared on social media by music industry colleagues, including producer and artist Junior Caldera and singer ADSO. Colleagues launched a campaign using the hashtag #FreeJohnTheis calling for his release.

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