Woman with family ties to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt arrested by ICE

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🗞️ Driving the news: Bruna Caroline Ferreira, the mother of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s nephew, has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
• Ferreira, a Brazilian national, was arrested near Boston on November 12, 2025 for overstaying her visa

🔭 The context: Ferreira was a DACA recipient, receiving temporary protection from deportation
• However, due to Trump-era actions that undermined DACA, she was unable to renew her status
• Despite this, Ferreira is undergoing a legal immigration process for U.S. citizenship

🌍 Why it matters for the planet: Ferreira's case highlights the immigration challenges many face due to fluctuating policies, especially those under the DACA program
• With over 700,000 DACA recipients in the U.S., changes to immigration laws and protections affect not just individuals, but also contribute to the broader debate on immigration reform and human rights
• As migration becomes more integral due to global crises like climate change and economic disparity, such legal battles influence future discussions about global migration policies, equitable treatment, and human dignity

⏭️ What’s next: Ferreira is currently in removal proceedings
• A GoFundMe campaign has been set up to cover legal expenses, raising $15,000 so far

💬 One quote: “Bruna has done everything in her power to build a stable, honest life here,” said Ferreira’s sister, Graziela Dos Santos Rodrigues

📈 One stat: Over 700,000 individuals were enrolled in the DACA program before its uncertainty arose under the Trump administration

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