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Immigration Raid Sparks Outcry Over Discrimination in Foley

5/24/2025

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In Foley, Alabama, 25-year-old U.S. citizen Leonardo Garcia Venegas was handcuffed during an immigration raid after authorities deemed his REAL ID a forgery. His cousin condemned the incident, voicing concerns over discrimination against Hispanics and the devastating effects of immigration enforcement on families, igniting a conversation about justice and fairness.

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Story summary

In Foley, Alabama, 25-year-old U.S. citizen Leonardo Garcia Venegas was handcuffed during an immigration raid after authorities deemed his REAL ID a forgery. His cousin condemned the incident, voicing concerns over discrimination against Hispanics and the devastating effects of immigration enforcement on families, igniting a conversation about justice and fairness.