"Nong, a refugee from Laos, had been issued an order for removal due to past criminal conduct, according to ICE. 'His criminal conviction rendered him subject to removal under U.S. immigration law, and an immigration judge ordered his removal in January 2011,' an ICE spokesperson told KGW."
"'My brother came to this country legally as a refugee. Our family has been here nearly 40 years, and this is the only home he knows. Like many people, he made mistakes in his younger years. His past was never violent. ...Everybody deserves a second chance.'"
Thavatsay Phimmoungkhoun, known as Nong, owner of Khao Niew Lao food cart, was detained by ICE, resulting in the cart's permanent closure. Nong, a Laotian refugee, faces deportation due to past criminal conduct. His sister expressed the emotional impact of his detention, emphasizing his long-term residence in the U.S. and the need for understanding and second chances. A GoFundMe has been initiated to support Nong's transition back to Laos, highlighting community support amidst rising ICE arrests of Laotian immigrants.
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