The NPR Politics Podcast He Has A Purple Heart & Is A Convicted Felon. ICE Wants To Deport Him
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Apr 7, 2025 An Iraq War veteran faces the daunting prospect of deportation after a felony conviction. The podcast dives into the intersection of military service, mental health struggles, and convoluted immigration policies. It highlights the bureaucratic challenges of the deportation process and the complexities faced by veterans who have served their country. Listeners will explore the emotional toll of being a Purple Heart recipient at risk of losing his place in a society he fought to protect.
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Veteran Facing Deportation
- Jose Barco, an Iraq War veteran with a Purple Heart, faces deportation.
- After serving time for a felony, ICE detained him upon release.
Pipeline to Deportation
- Local law enforcement arrests are a pipeline to deportation for undocumented individuals.
- Many are flagged to ICE after being arrested for other offenses.
Lost Paperwork and Felony
- Jose Barco's citizenship application was lost, and he was unaware.
- While imprisoned, he lost his lawful resident status due to his felony.