DeLauro Statement on Release of New Haven Wilbur Cross High School Student from ICE Detention

Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) released the following statement after news Esdrás R., a student at Wilbur Cross High School, would be released from ICE detention on bond: 

“I am relieved that our community has continued to stand together in support of Esdrás, a beloved student at Wilbur Cross High School, who has now been granted release from detention by a judge, after previously having his deportation flight cancelled thanks to an outcry from New Haven residents, students, and leaders. He should have been attending his first week of school, and now he will have the opportunity to come home.

“The Trump Administration promised to focus on deporting violent criminals, but too many people like Esdrás are being targeted instead. I was proud to write a letter in support of Esdrás release, and I will continue to stand with our community and for the due process rights guaranteed to everyone under our Constitution.”