Green-Card Holder Arrested by ICE at Airport, Moved Around US, 'Shackled'
Summary
Everlee Amelia Wihongi, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. and citizen of New Zealand, was arrested by U.S. immigration officials last month at Los Angeles airport due to a past felony drug conviction. She has been moved between multiple detention centers, which has made it difficult for her to access legal help, while U.S. immigration authorities continue her removal process.Key Facts
- Everlee Amelia Wihongi holds a green card and is originally from New Zealand.
- She was taken into custody on April 10 at Los Angeles International Airport after agents found a 2014 felony drug conviction.
- The conviction was for possession of THC, making her inadmissible under U.S. federal law.
- DHS stated that a green card can be revoked if laws are broken.
- Wihongi has been transferred between several detention facilities, including locations in California, Texas, Montana, and Arizona.
- Transfers have caused missed legal meetings and difficulties in accessing her lawyer.
- New Zealand officials said she did not disclose her prior conviction on immigration paperwork but can only offer consular support.
- DHS said Wihongi is in removal proceedings and will remain in ICE custody.
Read the Full Article
This is a fact-based summary from The Actual News. Click below to read the complete story directly from the original source.