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NYC Council Staffer Faces Deportation Over Signature Error

3/19/2026

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An immigration judge ordered the deportation of Rafael Andres Rubio Bohorquez, New York City Council staffer, for a missing signature on his asylum application.
New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin expressed outrage, saying Rubio complied with all requirements.
Rubio's attorney plans to appeal, arguing the judge denied the opportunity to correct the error.
Rubio remains detained in Hudson County, New Jersey.
A separate habeas corpus case may delay removal.

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An immigration judge ordered the deportation of Rafael Andres Rubio Bohorquez, New York City Council staffer, for a missing signature on his asylum application.
New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin expressed outrage, saying Rubio complied with all requirements.
Rubio's attorney plans to appeal, arguing the judge denied the opportunity to correct the error.
Rubio remains detained in Hudson County, New Jersey.
A separate habeas corpus case may delay removal.