A Family Tied to the White House Faces Immigration Crisis

Key Points:

Detained Individual: Bruna Caroline Ferreira, aunt of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.
Source: Details revealed by a source close to the situation.
Arrest Details: Occurred a few weeks ago, according to Michael Leavitt, Karoline's brother.
DHS Claims: Ferreira labeled as a "criminal illegal alien" due to past battery arrest and overstayed visa.
Current Status: Held in South Louisiana ICE Processing Center, facing removal proceedings.
Attorney's Response: Todd Pomerleau disputes DHS claims, asserts Ferreira has no criminal record and entered lawfully.
Legal Status: Previously held DACA status, currently applying for a green card.
Arrest Circumstances: Detained in her car in Massachusetts without a warrant.
Fundraising Campaign: Describes Ferreira as hardworking and kind, helping family, friends, and strangers.
Broader Implications: Raises questions about fairness of immigration system and its impact on families.

Detailed Breakdown

Todd Pomerleau: Ferreira's attorney.
Disputes: No criminal record, entered the country lawfully.
Legal Status: Previously held DACA status, currently applying for a green card.
Arrest Details: Detained in her car in Massachusetts without a warrant.
Case Handling: Now managing her case from Louisiana, far from her home.
Connection to Karoline Leavitt: Believes it's purely coincidental and won't impact the case.

Fairness of Immigration System: Questions raised.
Impact on Families: Highlighted.
Complexities of Immigration Laws: Challenges faced by those navigating the system.