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Judge Frees El Gamal Family, Ends Longest Detention

4/24/2026

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  • Judge Fred Biery ordered the release of Hayam El Gamal and her five children.
  • The release ended the longest family detention under President Donald Trump’s administration.
  • Department of Homeland Security called the ruling a decision that would free a terrorist’s family onto streets.
  • The family reported moldy food, dirty water and no Muslim-faith accommodations while detained.
  • The family must wear ankle monitors after release while doctors found fluid around El Gamal’s heart.