My husband, Dayton, was detained by Customs and Border Protection at O'Hare airport while returning home. Dayton is a Jamaican citizen who has legally resided in the United States for over 28 years. Together, we have a blended family of five children and seven grandchildren, and we have been married for over six years. Dayton is currently employed with Walmart Distribution Center in Joliet, Illinois, and is also an amazing chef who has blessed many with his delicious cuisines. We were recently featured in the South Suburban News for celebrating Black Love and Excellence.
This sudden and targeted action has torn our family apart. In just three days, Dayton has been transported to three different facilities in three separate states. I have reached out to government officials, social activists, and organizations to petition on his behalf. Despite these efforts, we are now facing overwhelming legal fees to fight his deportation. I have retained a lawyer, but the hefty retainer is dwindling quickly, and the process is moving fast. I cannot let my husband be deported due to lack of proper representation.
For years, I have stood in the gap for others—as a Park District Commissioner, fighting food insecurity, and organizing drives for students in Kenya and women in our local prison. Now, I am fighting for my own family. We are working with immigration attorneys to pursue every legal option available to keep our family together. Unfortunately, the financial burden has become more than we can manage alone. Dayton is a hardworking, loving husband who has contributed so much to our home and community. Our family, our stability, and our future are at stake.
We are humbly asking for your support during this urgent time. Every donation helps cover immigration attorney retainers, court filing fees, legal documentation, and related expenses. If you have ever supported me in my advocacy, if you believe families belong together, or if you believe in due process, please consider donating and sharing our story. Every dollar makes a difference. Every share increases awareness. Every prayer strengthens us. We are believing for favor, justice, and restoration. Thank you for standing with us.
With gratitude,
Benji & Dayton
This sudden and targeted action has torn our family apart. In just three days, Dayton has been transported to three different facilities in three separate states. I have reached out to government officials, social activists, and organizations to petition on his behalf. Despite these efforts, we are now facing overwhelming legal fees to fight his deportation. I have retained a lawyer, but the hefty retainer is dwindling quickly, and the process is moving fast. I cannot let my husband be deported due to lack of proper representation.
For years, I have stood in the gap for others—as a Park District Commissioner, fighting food insecurity, and organizing drives for students in Kenya and women in our local prison. Now, I am fighting for my own family. We are working with immigration attorneys to pursue every legal option available to keep our family together. Unfortunately, the financial burden has become more than we can manage alone. Dayton is a hardworking, loving husband who has contributed so much to our home and community. Our family, our stability, and our future are at stake.
We are humbly asking for your support during this urgent time. Every donation helps cover immigration attorney retainers, court filing fees, legal documentation, and related expenses. If you have ever supported me in my advocacy, if you believe families belong together, or if you believe in due process, please consider donating and sharing our story. Every dollar makes a difference. Every share increases awareness. Every prayer strengthens us. We are believing for favor, justice, and restoration. Thank you for standing with us.
With gratitude,
Benji & Dayton
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