A Michigan couple, Paul and Christy Akeo, has been released from a Mexican prison after being detained for nearly a month over a payment dispute with a timeshare company. Their release followed significant intervention from U.S. officials and Congressman Tom Barrett, who traveled to Mexico to advocate for their freedom. The couple arrived back in the United States, expressing relief after their harrowing experience. This case has raised concerns regarding the treatment of Americans involved in timeshare disputes abroad, sparking discussions about foreign investment in timeshares.