CBS News - Texas man says family was deported over misunderstanding
Federico Arellano Jr., a U.S. citizen, is seeking the return of his wife and children who were deported to Mexico after missing an immigration hearing. His wife, who had an emergency C-section, was advised by doctors to stay home to recover, which led to the missed court date. Despite explaining the situation to the court, his family was detained by I.C.E. and deported. Arellano is now working with legal representation to bring his family back, reaching out to Congress members and navigating the complex court system. The case is unusual as his wife had no prior criminal record, and the family is concerned about the impact of President-elect Trump's immigration policies.
Key Points:
- Federico Arellano Jr.'s family was deported after missing an immigration hearing due to a medical emergency.
- His wife had no prior criminal record, making the deportation case unusual.
- Arellano is seeking legal and congressional support to bring his family back to the U.S.
- The family is concerned about the lack of medical care in Mexico and the impact of Trump's immigration policies.
- Efforts are being made to navigate the court system and secure a parole hearing.