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Violinist Faces Deportation Amid Community Support Rally

8/31/2025

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Story summary

Donggin "John" Shin, a violinist detained by ICE on August 18, has support from Utah's music community.
He has lived in the U.S. since childhood and faces deportation due to a past DUI conviction.
His wife, DaNae, received a distressing call from him during the arrest.
A hearing regarding his case is scheduled for September 2.

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Story summary

Donggin "John" Shin, a violinist detained by ICE on August 18, has support from Utah's music community.
He has lived in the U.S. since childhood and faces deportation due to a past DUI conviction.
His wife, DaNae, received a distressing call from him during the arrest.
A hearing regarding his case is scheduled for September 2.