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- This week, the Cook County state’s attorney agreed to drop the case against him amid allegations that a discredited police detective manipulated witnesses.
But instead of walking out of prison a free man Wednesday, Rodriguez was taken into custody by federal immigration authorities, adding a new and tragic twist to his story.
Before he was sent to prison for a 1995 murder, Rodriguez was a lawful permanent resident. His status was revoked when he was convicted, his attorneys said. Now he faces the possibility of being deported despite being freed.
In other news, Trump focuses on the important stuff.
Rodriguez was a lawful permanent resident. His status was revoked when he was convicted,
One of the most devistating parts of our “justice” system is the removal of an individuals rights. Even without the wrongful imprisonment, his rights as a resident should never have been revoked.