Overview

• The couple was stopped at Camp Pendleton’s gate last month while traveling to visit their pregnant daughter.
• After initial detention, they were released with ankle monitors and instructed to return for an ICE check-in.
• When they reported back, both were detained again; Esteban Rios was deported Friday, and Luisa Rodriguez remains in custody.
• Family members say the parents have lived in the United States for more than 30 years, have no criminal history, and have pending green card applications.
• ICE stated that it arrests individuals who violate immigration laws and that those found removable may be deported.