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Detained for Crossing Borders Accidentally | Green Bay News
A U.S. resident for 36 years, Elvira Benitez-Suarez was jailed for nine months after accidentally crossing into Canada — despite being a mother to U.S. citizens and running her own business. Her case highlights systemic failures: a mailing error stalled her husband’s green card, leading to detention even after a judge ruled in her favor. Held in filthy, chaotic facilities, she endured delays and legal limbo until paying $1,500 for release — only to await an appeal. Now back home, she’s rebuilding while urging the world to see the human cost behind immigration policy. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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