Valencia College student detained by ICE despite pending asylum
Apr 18, 2026·Location: Orlando, FL
A Valencia College student with pending asylum status and legal documents was arrested by ICE while leaving home to go to work. The student had documentation showing their asylum case was in process at the time of detention.
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