Family Sues Trump Admin After 6-Year-Old Boy with Leukemia Arrested
In a disturbing and heart-wrenching incident, a Honduran family is suing the Trump administration after they were arrested at the Los Angeles Immigration Court, including a 6-year-old boy who is battling leukemia. The family had been seeking asylum in the United States since October last year, citing threats of violence in Honduras.
The family, consisting of the parents and their three children, had been living in the United States for several months while their asylum claim was being processed. However, on January 15, they were taken into custody by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents after showing up for a scheduled court hearing.
The 6-year-old boy, who has been diagnosed with leukemia, was among those arrested and taken into custody. His parents, who are also facing serious health issues, were also detained. The family’s lawyer, who is representing them in the lawsuit, has described the incident as “inhumane” and “cruel”.
The family’s ordeal began in October last year when they fled Honduras due to threats of violence against them. They had been living in the United States for several months, working and sending money back to their family in Honduras. However, their asylum claim was denied, and they were scheduled to appear in court on January 15 to face deportation.
On the day of the court hearing, the family, including the 6-year-old boy, arrived at the Los Angeles Immigration Court as scheduled. However, instead of being granted a hearing, they were taken into custody by ICE agents. The family’s lawyer has stated that they were not given any warning or notice of the arrest, and were simply dragged away from the courtroom.
The lawsuit, which was filed on behalf of the family, claims that the Trump administration’s actions were “cruel, inhumane, and unconstitutional”. The family is seeking damages and relief from the government for the harm and trauma caused by their arrest and detention.
The incident has sparked outrage and concern among human rights advocates and immigration experts, who have criticized the Trump administration’s treatment of immigrant families. The administration’s “zero tolerance” policy towards immigration has been widely condemned, and this incident is just the latest example of the harm caused by this policy.
The Trump administration has come under fire for its treatment of immigrant families, including the separation of thousands of children from their parents at the US-Mexico border. The administration has also been criticized for its attempts to roll back protections for immigrant children, including the termination of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
This latest incident is a stark reminder of the human cost of the Trump administration’s immigration policies. The family’s lawsuit is a powerful reminder of the need for accountability and compassion in our immigration system.
