Barber Francisco García a recently deported barber from the US Empire to El Salvador, Mar 18, 2025. Photo: teleSUR.
The mother of Francisco García, a Venezuelan barber detained in the United States, has expressed deep concern following her son’s recent deportation to a prison in El Salvador under Nayib Bukele’s administration. Francisco’s case highlights the challenges faced by many migrants seeking a better life abroad.
Francisco arrived in the U.S. hoping to improve his circumstances but was deceived into signing a document that led to his deportation to El Salvador instead of Venezuela, as initially promised. His mother claims the judicial process was unjust, as he was denied adequate legal defense and a fair trial.
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For nearly two months, Francisco was under investigation by immigration authorities, though no evidence was found to suggest he posed a threat to society. Despite being released for not constituting a danger, the threat of deportation loomed over him. Since Donald Trump’s presidency, Francisco had stopped working as a barber due to constant fear of detention.
His mother explains that he complied with all legal requirements and regularly checked in with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to verify his immigration status. Despite his efforts to regularize his situation, his life took an unexpected turn when his tattoos led to his identification and arrest.
Francisco García’s story reflects the harsh reality many migrants face in the U.S., where they are often stripped of their rights. His mother is now pleading for justice and her son’s safe return, as the migrant community continues to grapple with the uncertainties of the immigration system.
