This wrongful detention of a U.S. citizen by immigration officials is unacceptable and must be addressed immediately. Jose Hermosillo, a 19-year-old from Albuquerque visiting family in Tucson, was detained for 10 days despite providing documentation proving his citizenship. He was arrested near the Border Patrol headquarters, with officials claiming he entered the country illegally from Nogales, which he denies. Despite presenting his birth certificate and social security card, Hermosillo was held at the Florence Correctional Center used by ICE to detain immigrants. It was only after a judge dismissed his case that he was finally released. This incident highlights the urgent need for reform to prevent further violations of the rights of U.S. citizens, particularly those from minority communities who may be targeted due to their appearance. Immediate action must be taken to investigate this case, hold those responsible accountable, and implement stronger safeguards to protect the civil liberties of all Americans.
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