U.S. soldier fears newly-freed wife could still be deported by ICE at any time
Summary
A U.S. Army soldier, Sergeant 1st Class Jose Serrano, and his wife, Deisy Rivera Ortega, are facing ongoing immigration challenges after Rivera Ortega’s recent release from ICE detention. Rivera Ortega, who was detained due to a deportation order and past illegal entry, is currently under strict monitoring while her legal case seeks permanent residency.Key Facts
- Sergeant 1st Class Jose Serrano is an active-duty U.S. Army soldier and Afghanistan war veteran.
- His wife, Deisy Rivera Ortega, was detained by ICE in April due to a deportation order from 2019 and past illegal entry.
- Rivera Ortega spent a month in ICE custody before being released under conditions including an ankle monitor and restricted travel.
- The couple fears Rivera Ortega could still be deported, possibly to Mexico, where she has no family or connections.
- Rivera Ortega has legal protection under the United Nations Convention Against Torture, which stops deportation to El Salvador but allows deportation to other countries.
- The lawyer for Rivera Ortega is working on legal options to get her permanent U.S. residency based on her marriage to Serrano.
- ICE and the Department of Homeland Security say Rivera Ortega will receive full legal due process.
- Serrano is considering delaying his military retirement to help cover legal costs and prepare for potential outcomes.
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