Spanish-language journalist detained by ICE after protest arrest
Jun 17, 2025·Location: Atlanta, GA
A Spanish-language journalist known for documenting immigration raids was detained by ICE after being arrested by police during a weekend protest outside Atlanta. The journalist faces charges of obstructing officers and unlawful assembly while covering the protest and could face deportation proceedings.
Sources
- Spanish-language journalist arrested while covering protest near Atlanta deported to El Salvador
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