I’m raising funds to help bring my husband home after he was unexpectedly taken into ICE custody during a routine check-in.

My husband fled violent persecution in Guatemala for being LGBTQ. He followed every rule: he applied for asylum, passed the background check, obtained a work permit, paid taxes, updated ICE & the Asylum Court with his details, and completed every required check-in — including the phone check-in he completed last month.

But without warning, ICE called and told him he had to come in person for an additional check-in as this was our first time using this office after we were married and moved. When we arrived, I watched officers handcuff not only my husband but several others who were there for their scheduled check-ins. No one would tell me why he was being detained.

Now he is in custody, and we’re facing unexpected legal fees to fight for his release. None of this was part of the original immigration costs we had already been paying while waiting for his asylum hearing in 2027.

My husband is the kindest, most gentle person I’ve ever known. Being separated from him has been devastating, and all I want is to have him home and safe with our family again.

Any help — even the smallest donation — will go directly toward his legal representation. If more is raised than needed, it will be donated to a local immigration assistance organization to help other families going through this nightmare.

Thank you for your kindness, compassion, and support.