California official calling on Trump admin. to return deaf boy, his family deported to Colombia
ABC7 Los Angeles • • general
Key Points:
- California State Superintendent Tony Thurmond is demanding the immediate return of a deaf student and his family who were deported to Colombia after seeking asylum in the U.S. for four years.
- The 6-year-old boy attended the California School for the Deaf in Fremont and was deported without his hearing aids, prompting concerns about his access to necessary medical devices and support.
- The Department of Homeland Security stated that the family was legally removed after the mother received a final order of removal and emphasized that families are not separated during deportation, with parents given the choice to leave with their children.
- Thurmond has called on Homeland Security Secretary nominee Sen. Markwayne Mullin to intervene and locate the family to facilitate their return to the U.S.
