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Wisconsin Woman Detained by ICE After New Zealand Trip

4/20/2026

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Everlee Wihongi, a Wisconsin resident, is detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in California after returning from New Zealand.
She was held at the airport for more than a week without explanation, causing distress for her family.
Everlee's sister-in-law, Courtney, says communication is difficult due to high phone costs.
The family started a GoFundMe to fund legal support as they seek answers from ICE.

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Story summary

Everlee Wihongi, a Wisconsin resident, is detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in California after returning from New Zealand.
She was held at the airport for more than a week without explanation, causing distress for her family.
Everlee's sister-in-law, Courtney, says communication is difficult due to high phone costs.
The family started a GoFundMe to fund legal support as they seek answers from ICE.