First Kenyan to play in NFL deported under Trump immigration crackdown
Summary
Daniel Adongo, the first Kenyan to play in the NFL, was deported from the US in June after overstaying his visa and facing several arrests. Immigration officials said he was a risk to the community, while supporters argue he had mental health issues and did not receive proper treatment during detention.Key Facts
- Daniel Adongo played two seasons as a linebacker for the Indianapolis Colts.
- He was deported in June due to visa overstay and multiple arrests.
- His visa expired in 2016, but he stayed in the US without legal status.
- ICE described him as a threat due to several criminal charges, including felony intimidation and battery.
- Supporters claim many charges were dismissed and he has serious mental health problems, possibly linked to brain injury from sports.
- Adongo spent months in immigration detention, where his mental illness reportedly worsened.
- He moved to the US in 2013 after playing professional rugby in South Africa.
- The deportation comes as part of President Trump’s immigration crackdown during his second term.
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