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US citizen held by ICE after proving birth in country

Apr 18, 2025 · Florida

US citizen held by ICE after proving birth in country

Juan Carlos Lopez Gomez, a United States citizen, was arrested in Florida for allegedly being in the country illegally and held for pickup by immigration authorities. Despite proving he was born in the United States, he was detained by ICE.

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