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Venezuelan Barber Sues U.S. Over False Gang Allegations

3/25/2026

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Neiyerver Adrián Leon Rengel, a Venezuelan barber, sued the U.S. government for $1.3 million.
He alleges misidentification as a gang member due to tattoos and detention without justification.
Norm Eisen, his lawyer, says the case reveals a government plan to violate rights.
The Department of Homeland Security says Rengel is linked to Tren de Aragua and a public-safety threat, and he was released in July 2025.

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Neiyerver Adrián Leon Rengel, a Venezuelan barber, sued the U.S. government for $1.3 million.
He alleges misidentification as a gang member due to tattoos and detention without justification.
Norm Eisen, his lawyer, says the case reveals a government plan to violate rights.
The Department of Homeland Security says Rengel is linked to Tren de Aragua and a public-safety threat, and he was released in July 2025.