After federal immigration agents detained Cary López Alvarado, who was nine months pregnant, her attorney feared they would pursue criminal charges against her. Carrillo recounts his conversations with federal authorities, his concerns about the agents' conduct and why he sees her case as part of a broader pattern.
Oct 12, 2026
5 min read
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