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U.S. Citizen Deported After Traffic Stop Sparks Outrage

4/10/2026

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Brian Morales, a U.S. citizen born in Denver, was deported to Mexico after a Texas traffic stop by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
He said he could provide proof of citizenship but was threatened with prison time and signed voluntary removal papers.
Congressman Joaquin Castro called the incident racial profiling and cited ICE's treatment of Latinos, including U.S. citizens.
The episode highlights concerns about Trump administration deportation policies.

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Story summary

Brian Morales, a U.S. citizen born in Denver, was deported to Mexico after a Texas traffic stop by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
He said he could provide proof of citizenship but was threatened with prison time and signed voluntary removal papers.
Congressman Joaquin Castro called the incident racial profiling and cited ICE's treatment of Latinos, including U.S. citizens.
The episode highlights concerns about Trump administration deportation policies.