Cheshire Stands Together

April 10, 2026


This week, our community was shaken by the news that a 19-year-old Cheshire High School senior was taken into ICE custody. This deeply troubling situation comes less than one year after his father, who bravely supported U.S. forces as an interpreter in Afghanistan was also detained, drawing national attention.

Both father and son followed the legal process and applied for permanent residency last year, and their case remains pending. Their story underscores the human impact of our immigration system and raises serious concerns about fairness, consistency, and compassion in its enforcement.

No young person, especially one pursuing an education and contributing to their community, should have their future thrown into uncertainty while awaiting a legal decision. We must continue to push for an immigration system that honors due process, recognizes those who have supported our country, and treats every individual with dignity and respect.

As an elected official and as an attorney, I strongly condemn this action and stand in full support of our federal partners and the student’s legal team as they work to rectify this situation. We remain steadfast in our commitment to securing his return home to Cheshire—back to his family, his friends, and his school—so he can complete his senior year, graduate this June, and continue pursuing his dream of becoming a cardiologist.
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