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ACLU Fights Deportation of Venezuelan Artist Misidentified as Gang Member

3/31/2025

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Andry, a gay makeup artist fleeing persecution in Venezuela, faced deportation to El Salvador after U.S. officials mistakenly associated his "mom" and "dad" tattoos with gang affiliations. Detained by ICE, his plight has sparked a challenge from the ACLU against the Alien Enemies Act, advocating for due process in deportation cases.

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Story summary

Andry, a gay makeup artist fleeing persecution in Venezuela, faced deportation to El Salvador after U.S. officials mistakenly associated his "mom" and "dad" tattoos with gang affiliations. Detained by ICE, his plight has sparked a challenge from the ACLU against the Alien Enemies Act, advocating for due process in deportation cases.