Concerns Rise Over Disappearances of Venezuelan Immigrants Amid U.S. Deportation Policies
In recent weeks, a troubling pattern has emerged regarding Venezuelan immigrants who have disappeared after interactions with U.S. immigration authorities. Families report that several men, including Ricardo Prada Vásquez and others, have gone missing after being detained by ICE. Despite ongoing searches, many of these individuals remain unaccounted for, raising alarms and prompting criticism of the immigration practices under the Trump administration. In one instance, a man learned that his brother had been sent to El Salvador without any communication, highlighting the uncertainty faced by families. Venezuelan immigrants, including delivery drivers, are particularly affected, with reports indicating that some have even inadvertently crossed into Canada only to be seized by U.S. authorities, with their current whereabouts unknown. Advocates argue that the lack of transparency from ICE and the Department of Homeland Security is deeply concerning and must be addressed.
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