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DACA Recipient Deported Despite Valid Advance Parole

4/5/2025

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Evenezer Cortez-Martinez, a DACA recipient from Kansas City, faced a heartbreaking turn of events when he was deported to Mexico on March 23 after a family visit. Despite having valid Advance Parole, he was turned away due to an unexpected removal order. Now, a lawsuit is underway, aiming to challenge the legality of his deportation.

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Story summary

Evenezer Cortez-Martinez, a DACA recipient from Kansas City, faced a heartbreaking turn of events when he was deported to Mexico on March 23 after a family visit. Despite having valid Advance Parole, he was turned away due to an unexpected removal order. Now, a lawsuit is underway, aiming to challenge the legality of his deportation.