Melissa Shepard

Melissa Shepard, the Director of Legal Services at the Immigrant Defenders Law Center, joins to shed light on the harrowing stories from El Salvador's CECOT prison. She discusses the traumatic experiences of deported Venezuelan men, including Andry José Hernández Romero, who faced harassment due to his sexual orientation. The conversation highlights systemic injustices, wrongful labeling of asylum seekers, and ongoing legal battles for justice. The emotional toll on families and the fight for identity within a broken system are powerfully articulated in this eye-opening discussion.