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Senator Duckworth Fires Staffer Over ICE Impersonation Scandal

11/18/2025

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Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) terminated staffer Edward York for allegedly impersonating an attorney to secure the release of illegal immigrant Jose Ismael Ayuzo Sandoval from ICE custody.
Sandoval, who has been deported four times and has a DUI conviction, was detained in Staunton, Illinois.
York reportedly entered an ICE facility on October 29, 2023, using a falsified Department of Homeland Security form to gain access to Sandoval.
Duckworth stated she was unaware of York's actions and confirmed his termination effective November 17, 2025.
The incident has raised concerns about unauthorized legal practices.

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Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) terminated staffer Edward York for allegedly impersonating an attorney to secure the release of illegal immigrant Jose Ismael Ayuzo Sandoval from ICE custody.
Sandoval, who has been deported four times and has a DUI conviction, was detained in Staunton, Illinois.
York reportedly entered an ICE facility on October 29, 2023, using a falsified Department of Homeland Security form to gain access to Sandoval.
Duckworth stated she was unaware of York's actions and confirmed his termination effective November 17, 2025.
The incident has raised concerns about unauthorized legal practices.