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Prominent Immigration Activist Jeanette Vizguerra Detained by ICE in Colorado

Jeanette Vizguerra, an undocumented mother and well-known immigration rights activist, has been detained by ICE in Aurora, Colorado. For years, she sought protection from deportation by living in churches and advocating for immigrant rights, which garnered significant media attention. Her arrest has sparked protests and raised concerns among advocates regarding the future of immigration policies under the current administration. Community members and supporters are scrambling to provide legal assistance, and Sen. John Hickenlooper has publicly questioned the circumstances surrounding her detention. Advocates are emphasizing the urgency of her situation, as they file emergency petitions to prevent her deportation.
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