Immigration Enforcement in the Lower Keys

SOURCE www.nbcmiami.com
Six workers in the Lower Keys, who are legally here with pending asylum cases, were detained by immigration agents while heading to work. The incident has sparked questions and concerns about the reasons behind their detention.

Key Points

  • Six workers detained by immigration agents while heading to work in the Lower Keys
  • Workers have valid work permits and pending asylum cases
  • Owner of roofing company expresses concern over losing valuable workers
  • Immigration attorney files motion for workers' release, complicated by transfers to other detention centers