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Widow released from US custody, returns to France
An elderly French woman has returned to France after being detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Her detention followed an issue with her visa status. (sources: ap, pbs, thehill, bbc, theguardian)
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Marie-Thérèse Ross was held for 16 days in an immigration detention facility after overstaying her visa. She was released and has now returned to France.
- Marie-Thérèse Ross was detained by ICE in Alabama on April 1 for overstaying her 90-day visa.
- She was held in custody for 16 days before her release.
- Ross's return to France follows a family dispute regarding her immigration status.
Why it matters
This case highlights issues related to immigration enforcement and the experiences of elderly individuals navigating visa regulations.
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