'He's our backbone' Mother and wife fighting to bring her husband home from an immigration facility

Sophy Vega's husband, Juan Martinez, was unexpectedly detained during a routine immigration appointment in April, leaving her to manage their family alone. The couple aimed to secure Juan's legal residency through a marriage-based petition but encountered an old deportation order from a past asylum application. Their attorney, Aaron Cash, noted that the couple's efforts to reopen the case were denied, increasing the likelihood of Juan's deportation to Honduras. Vega, who is pregnant and raising their three young children, shares the emotional challenges of their separation, stating her children have difficulty recognizing their father after his brief detention. She emphasizes the financial strain of Juan's absence, as he was their primary provider.

If deported, the family plans to file waivers through the U. S. Embassy in Honduras, hoping to bring Juan back legally. The case highlights the complexities of immigration law and its profound impact on families. Vega's struggle underscores the emotional toll of such detentions on family dynamics.