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- Dr. Veliz, Venezuelan-born physician, was detained by Border Patrol in Texas after losing his permit.
- He treated Americans with chronic illnesses in a doctor-shortage area and was named resident of the year in 2025 at UT Health Rio Grande Valley.
- He entered the U.S. legally and sought a new visa.
- The Department of Homeland Security paused decisions on cases involving immigrants from high-risk countries for further vetting.
