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15 New Zealanders Detained Amid U.S. Immigration Crackdown

9/26/2025

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At least 15 New Zealanders are detained in the United States, including three in immigration detention.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) confirms it is assisting one New Zealand citizen; privacy limits details.
Since January, the Trump administration has launched a nationwide migrant crackdown. Last month, New Zealand citizen Sarah Shaw and her son were released after border issues.

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Story summary

At least 15 New Zealanders are detained in the United States, including three in immigration detention.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) confirms it is assisting one New Zealand citizen; privacy limits details.
Since January, the Trump administration has launched a nationwide migrant crackdown. Last month, New Zealand citizen Sarah Shaw and her son were released after border issues.