US-born citizen detained twice by ICE in construction site sweeps
Oct 2, 2025 · Foley, AL

Leonardo Garcia Venegas, a U.S.-born citizen, was detained by ICE agents on two separate occasions at construction sites in recent months. His attorney disputes the government's claim that he interfered with agents, stating he was violently tackled and detained despite showing his Real ID both times. The lawsuit alleges ICE violated Fourth Amendment protections and that officers targeted Latino workers based on racial assumptions.
Timeline
Oct 1, 2025—Venegas's attorneys filed lawsuit alleging Fourth Amendment violations and Fourth Amendment protections violations; video evidence presented by legal team documenting detentions
May 15, 2025—Venegas detained a second time by ICE agents at construction site approximately two weeks after first detention; presented Real ID which officers refused to accept
May 1, 2025—Leonardo Garcia Venegas detained by ICE agents at construction site; presented Real ID; tackled by agents
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