What planet are these people from? Admitting to a crime should get you immunity?
Posted on 02/11/2018 2:22:13 PM PST by 11th_VA
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota -- A family in Minneapolis says their father was targeted by ICE after speaking up for immigrants' rights.
Luis Candela, who is an undocumented immigrant, was arrested last month.
Luis' family says he was on the right track in life, an active father and talented chef. He got in trouble a decade ago for a robbery, serving seven months - a case that's been closed.
He came to the U.S. from Mexico.
"My parents came here for job opportunities, for security and being here we can bring our families and have a better future for our children," said Luis' daughter, Cindy.
Last month, Luis left his home and was heading to work, when ICE agents took him in for his undocumented status, WCCO reported.
"It feels kind of sad, just very sad, he's kinda like the head of the family, let's say, he brings in everything," Cindy said.
Luis' wife, Sandra, and her attorney said his arrest was because she was featured in a newspaper article.
"My dad was the 15th arrest, because of us raising our voice," Cindy said.
"We're always concerned when even the possibility is raised that people have been targeted. You want to have enforcement but you don't want to have unfair enforcement," Sen. Amy Klobuchar told WCCO.
Klobuchar also said she doesn't know the ins and outs of this case but spoke in general terms.
"So there have been some cases around the state that raise concern. I think it's more reason than ever that we must get the Dreamer legislation through next week. It won't solve all of these problems but it will at least be a strong support for people who came over here through no fault of their own," she said.
On Monday, the family will find out if Luis can be released on bond.
So he’s a criminal AND a really dumb **** (the two seem to go together often).
Tears are flowing in this household.(/s)
It’s fine to speak up for immigrants.
They aren’t illegal aliens like you.
Of course teh case is closed.
Book 'em Danno...
Luis Candela, who is an undocumented immigrant, was arrested last month.
You have the right to remain silent...and it's obviously a damned good idea.
Good — ICE is doing EXACTLY what it should be doing. Illegal activity should certainly not be encouraged/protected.
Klobuchar also said she doesn't know the ins and outs of this case but spoke in general terms."
Another f'n Mensa Genius...
What constitutional rights do illegal immigrants have?
In other news, drug user surprised he was arrested when he called 911 to complain about someone stealing his drugs.
I’m not going into Mexico advocating for change. Don’t come into my country and “raise your voice.”
What planet are these people from? Admitting to a crime should get you immunity?
Uhhh... citizens have rights, illegal immigrants don't.
When WILL they learn? When they're finally deported?
So convicted for robbery and served 7 months. Has this illegal alien reimbursed the state for room and board yet? Exactly how is he an asset to this country? Decisions, decisions.
Border busters are NOT immigrants. Understand Señor Candela? Pendejo.
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... he’s a criminal AND a really dumb **** (the two seem to go together often
He was convicted of felony burglary in 2008 and used a false name then.
He’s not an innocent “target.” He committed a crime of “ moral turpitude” as defined by immigration law, and is a felon that puts him on the list for deportation.
IIRC,that fact wasn’t mentioned by his lawyer.
All good reasons to come to the U.S. the legal way. Why did he do this to himself and his family?
Correction: Luis Candela, felon and illegal Alien...
There are NO ‘illegal alien’ rights other than safe deportation.
“He got in trouble a decade ago for a robbery, serving seven months..”
What’s the luck. They catch him the one and only time he ever did it.
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