Dylan, a 20-year-old Venezuelan student, became the first known NYC public school student detained by ICE under Trump's second term. Following his immigration court hearing, where a judge dismissed his deportation case, ICE agents arrested him, causing public outcry. In a statement, Dylan expressed his hope to return home to continue his studies and gratitude for the support from classmates and community. His legal team filed a lawsuit for his release, reflecting rising concerns over ICE's courthouse arrests and their fear-inducing impact on community cooperation with law enforcement.
"All I want is to go home so I can continue studying, to see the people who I love, and to be free," Dylan said in a statement translated from Spanish by his attorneys.
"To people who are speaking out and taking action to support me: Thank you so much, I really didn't expect all of the support and it fills me with hope," Dylan said.
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