Father of USS Lincoln sailor detained by ICE released from detention
Summary
The father of a US Navy sailor deployed on the USS Abraham Lincoln was arrested by immigration authorities but has since been released. His case was quickly dismissed by an immigration judge, and the reasons for his arrest and release remain unclear.Key Facts
- Luis Manuel Aviles, father of a Navy sailor, was arrested by immigration officials in Key West, Florida.
- Aviles has a work permit and has lived in the US for 19 years; originally from Nicaragua.
- His son, Joshua Aviles, is serving on the USS Abraham Lincoln, which recently set a US Navy record for the longest continuous deployment at sea.
- Luis Manuel Aviles’ immigration case was dismissed just hours after his arrest.
- There has been increased scrutiny and a congressional investigation into immigration arrests involving family members of military personnel under President Trump’s policies.
- The Department of Homeland Security did not explain why Aviles was arrested or released.
- Joshua Aviles has been working long hours on the USS Abraham Lincoln, performing demanding tasks like moving aircraft on the ship.
- The USS Abraham Lincoln is currently being replaced in the Middle East by the USS George Washington.
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