France seeks release of 86-year-old widow detained by ICE
The French government is advocating for the release of an 86-year-old widow detained by U.S. immigration authorities. The woman, Marie-Thérèse Ross-Mahé, is facing legal challenges following her husband's death. (sources: thehill, nytimes, nbcnews, france24, theguardian)
Marie-Thérèse Ross-Mahé, an 86-year-old widow of an American G.I., is detained by ICE. The French government has requested her release amid a legal dispute involving her late husband's estate.
- Marie-Thérèse Ross-Mahé moved to Alabama to marry a long-lost friend.
- Following her husband's death, a legal battle over his inheritance led to her detention.
- The French consul general has publicly called for her release.
Why it matters
This situation highlights the complexities of immigration enforcement and international diplomatic relations.
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This story is about France calling on the US to release an 86-year-old widow of a G.I. who is detained by ICE. This bill would expand adjustment-of-status eligibility for spouses of U.S. service members and let some spouses apply from abroad while waivers or reunification status are processed.
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- Require fast in-person medical screening and basic living standards in ICE/CBP custody • Mandate video monitoring, staff training, and outside oversight within six months.
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