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Graduation at Parris Island Clouded by Immigration Concerns

4/4/2026

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At Marine Corps Depot Parris Island, Pvt. Ramirez Garcia (Marine Corps) graduated amid concerns over federal immigration checks.
Her parents did not attend, fearing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) presence.
Marine veteran Dayle Soto called the federal agents' presence disrespectful.
The Marine Corps tightened security and required identification for entry because of the Iran conflict.
Seventeen foreign nationals attended the graduation with legal status.

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Story summary

At Marine Corps Depot Parris Island, Pvt. Ramirez Garcia (Marine Corps) graduated amid concerns over federal immigration checks.
Her parents did not attend, fearing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) presence.
Marine veteran Dayle Soto called the federal agents' presence disrespectful.
The Marine Corps tightened security and required identification for entry because of the Iran conflict.
Seventeen foreign nationals attended the graduation with legal status.