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86-Year-Old French Woman Detained Before Green Card Hearing

4/14/2026

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Marie-Thérèse, an 86-year-old French woman, is detained at an ICE center in Louisiana after moving to the United States to marry her long-lost love.
Following Billy's sudden death in January, a dispute over inheritance arose with his son, who allegedly threatened her.
Marie-Thérèse was arrested the day before a scheduled hearing for her green card application.
ICE's role in deportations has expanded significantly under the current administration.

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Story summary

Marie-Thérèse, an 86-year-old French woman, is detained at an ICE center in Louisiana after moving to the United States to marry her long-lost love.
Following Billy's sudden death in January, a dispute over inheritance arose with his son, who allegedly threatened her.
Marie-Thérèse was arrested the day before a scheduled hearing for her green card application.
ICE's role in deportations has expanded significantly under the current administration.