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Irish Man Detained by ICE in Texas Turns Nightmare Amid US Immigration Crackdown

Seamus Culleton, an Irish immigrant living in Boston for over 15 years, has been detained by ICE in Texas for five months, facing inhumane conditions and fearing for his life. Originally from Kilkenny, he was detained after a routine purchase at Home Depot, despite having no criminal record, a pending green card application, and a valid work permit. Culleton describes his detention environment as overcrowded, filthy, and resembling a concentration camp, with limited access to food, medical care, and outdoor time. His wife, Tiffany Smyth, and family are distressed, with Smyth describing the situation as devastating and difficult to navigate. The Irish government has expressed concern, providing consular assistance and engaging with US authorities. Critics argue that the US immigration system under the current administration disproportionately targets Black and brown migrants, with many detainees having no criminal convictions. Culleton’s case highlights issues of alleged forged signatures, questionable legal processes, and the harsh realities faced by many immigrants in detention, raising questions about the treatment and policies of ICE under the current US immigration enforcement practices.

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