Family Struggles as Immigrant Faces Detention

Juan Pestana arrested in Miami on May 9, 2023, same day wife Madison graduated.
Juan arrived in 2021, filed for asylum, got work permit, started business, but green card denied due to notary error.
Madison visits Juan weekly in Broward County detention center while working as surgical resident in Jacksonville.
Trump's immigration crackdown increased detention by 51% since January, affecting noncriminal immigrants.
Juan fears persecution in Venezuela, plans to self-deport to Portugal if denied stay.
Family hopes to stay together, with Ashley sponsoring return next July.
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