Venezuelan immigrants deported under a wartime statute claim they were wrongfully labeled as gang members based solely on personal tattoos. Their lawyers contest the Trump administration's assertion that these tattoos link them to the Tren de Aragua gang, designated as a terrorist organization. One immigrant explained his tattoo of a crown represents his support for Real Madrid, while another honored his grandmother through his ink. A court hearing will focus on the legitimacy of these gang associations as claimed by federal agents and the government's stance on their deportation processes.
Lawyers argue that deported Venezuelan immigrants were wrongly labeled as gang members based on tattoos that held personal significance rather than criminal affiliations.
One immigrant defended his crown tattoo, explaining it reflects his admiration for Real Madrid, not any gang connection, challenging the government's claims.
The tattoo identified as gang-related by immigration agents was simply a tribute to a grandmother, according to the immigrant's sister, contradicting the allegations.
The upcoming court hearing will examine the validity of the Trump administration's designation of the Tren de Aragua gang and its relevance to the deportees.
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