Summary
Immigration agents detained a mother and her 7-year-old son at the U.S.-Canada border after finding that the mother's green card appeared fake. The mother and son were then sent to Texas for a legal hearing, and the local Vermont community is trying to support them.
Key Facts
- A mother and her son were stopped at the U.S.-Canada border with a "fraudulent" green card, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
- The incident happened on November 27, 2025, after they were refused entry into Canada.
- The mother, son, and an adult male companion were sent back to the U.S. for further investigation.
- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is holding the mother and son in Texas until their court date.
- The boy's school in Vermont, JFK Elementary School, is aware of the situation and is working to help the family.
- The local community is assisting with legal representation and staying in contact with the mother and son.
- The incident occurred after the family reportedly made a wrong turn while traveling out of state for a family visit.
