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Mariachi Musician Freed After ICE Detention | San Antonio News
A young mariachi star, 20-year-old Hebert Kaleth Ibarra Castro, was detained for speeding but released after a viral moment singing “The Star-Spangled Banner” at an ICE facility sparked national attention. Fleeing violence as a child, Hebert’s family brought him to the U.S. — where he’s now married to a citizen and part of a beloved mariachi band — despite visa overstays. Though ineligible for DACA, his case galvanized lawmakers, community advocates, and fans who pushed for his freedom. Now reunited with his wife, family, and band, Hebert’s release is a powerful symbol of hope amid America’s…
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