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Former Venezuelan Mayor Detained Amid Asylum Struggles

2/19/2026

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Carlos Roberto García, a former Venezuelan mayor who fled after the 2017 protests and sought asylum in the United States, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement during a routine appointment in Cincinnati and faces possible deportation.
The case reflects ongoing government actions against political opponents in Venezuela, despite the capture of President Nicolás Maduro.
García's wife expressed disbelief at their situation, highlighting the challenges faced by asylum seekers.

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Carlos Roberto García, a former Venezuelan mayor who fled after the 2017 protests and sought asylum in the United States, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement during a routine appointment in Cincinnati and faces possible deportation.
The case reflects ongoing government actions against political opponents in Venezuela, despite the capture of President Nicolás Maduro.
García's wife expressed disbelief at their situation, highlighting the challenges faced by asylum seekers.