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ICE Arrests Local Resident at San Francisco Airport

3/26/2026

Summary

Story summary

Angelina Lopez-Jimenez was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement at San Francisco International Airport, drawing backlash.
Rep. Doris Matsui stated Lopez-Jimenez is a local resident, while NorCal Resist offered conflicting residency details.
The Department of Homeland Security said the arrest was routine, citing a 2019 removal order.
The San Francisco Police Department said it did not aid ICE and remained present for public safety.

History

Historical Context

The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program was announced by President Obama on June 15, 2012, allowing approximately 800,000 undocumented immigrants who arrived as children to defer deportation. The recent arrest of Angelina Lopez-Jimenez at San Francisco International Airport underscores ongoing immigration enforcement tensions, as communities continue to navigate the implications of DACA and advocate for comprehensive immigration reform.

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Story summary

Angelina Lopez-Jimenez was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement at San Francisco International Airport, drawing backlash.
Rep. Doris Matsui stated Lopez-Jimenez is a local resident, while NorCal Resist offered conflicting residency details.
The Department of Homeland Security said the arrest was routine, citing a 2019 removal order.
The San Francisco Police Department said it did not aid ICE and remained present for public safety.

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