Hello friends, family, and community,

Our family was devastated on Monday morning by a sudden and life-altering crisis. While on her way to Florida for a routine work trip, my sister-in-law, Jazmin, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and has been in custody since.

Since that heartbreaking morning, my brother Bobby has retained legal counsel to fight for her. Unfortunately, we have received the difficult news that she will be deported and we cannot bring her home here. This news is devastating, but Bobby and Jazmin are determined to stay together.

While they have taken steps in the path to citizenship through marriage, it is a long, grueling road that can take 4 to 10 years. Unless they relocate, they face a terribly long separation.

Bobby has made the courageous choice to leave everything behind and relocate to another country so he can be by his wife's side. Their lawyer is currently helping them coordinate with international embassies and consulates to find a safe country where they can legally move, live, and work together while her U.S. immigration case slowly moves forward.

An unexpected international move, ongoing immigration legal fees, and starting a completely new life from scratch in a foreign country comes with a staggering financial burden. We are launching this fundraiser to help them survive this transition and stay together. 100% of the funds will go directly to cover:

• Ongoing U.S. immigration legal fees and application costs.

• Emergency international travel and relocation expenses for both of them.

• International housing retainers, storage costs, and basic setup fees to help them establish a safe home abroad.

• Essential living expenses for Bobby as he navigates the immediate logistics of this crisis and prepares to move.

Jazmin is a deeply loved wife, a dedicated professional, and a core part of our family. The thought of them being separated for years is unbearable, and your support will directly ensure that they can face this next chapter hand-in-hand.

No contribution is too small, and every single dollar brings them closer to safety and stability. If you cannot donate, please consider sharing this page with your network or keeping them in your prayers. Thank you for your overwhelming kindness, love, and solidarity during this incredibly challenging time.

With love and gratitude,

Shawna