‘Criminalized for being stateless’: Newlywed held by ICE for 140 days says was denied basic rights; officials defend detention
Friday, 4 July 2025 () Ward Sakeik, a Texas bride, recounts her ICE detention experience. She claims mistreatment after returning from her honeymoon. She says she was shackled and moved inhumanely. ICE denies these claims, citing proper care for detainees. Sakeik, stateless, faced deportation attempts despite court orders. Her legal team highlights the distress. She expresses disappointment at the lack of humanity.
In a dramatic escalation, U.S President Donald Trump has deployed 2,000 California National Guard troops to Los Angeles—over the strong objections of Governor Gavin Newsom. The move follows two days..