Attorney Criticizes ICE for Targeting Mom Not Criminals
Feb 3, 2026

An attorney stated that ICE arrested a mother. The attorney noted that ICE enforcement priorities differ from focusing on individuals with criminal records.
Sources
- Former ICE lawyer switches sides, will now defend immigrant families
- MSN
- Wisconsin mother with no criminal record detained by ICE; family doesn't know where she is
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- Jayapal Slams ICE for Targeting Law-Abiding 'Moms, Dads, Grandparents'—Not Criminals | Common Dreams
commondreams.org·Jun 26, 2025·archived copy
- Attorney takes on ICE on Eastern Shore
- eu.marshfieldnewsherald.com
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