‘Criminalized for being stateless’: Newlywed held by ICE for 140 days says was denied basic rights; officials defend detention

Jul 5, 2025 - 04:30
‘Criminalized for being stateless’: Newlywed held by ICE for 140 days says was denied basic rights; officials defend detention

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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.

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