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Guatemalan Man Returns to U.S. After Illegal Deportation Before Child's Birth

El Paso Matters•Monday, December 15, 2025 at 8:57 PM•Robert Moore

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A 33-year-old Guatemalan man, referred to as FPP, has been returned to the U.S. after being illegally deported to Guatemala just days before his wife was set to give birth. A federal judge ordered his return, criticizing immigration officials for their unlawful actions. FPP had previously been granted protection against deportation due to fears of torture in Guatemala, but was mistakenly removed on November 20. His return was facilitated after a legal battle, with the judge emphasizing the need for compliance with immigration court orders. FPP is currently in ICE custody in El Paso and faces potential deportation to a third country.

Key Details: • FPP was deported on November 20, despite a court order barring his removal to Guatemala. • U.S. District Judge David Guaderrama ordered FPP's return by December 12. • FPP's wife was due to give birth on November 28, highlighting the urgency of his return. • FPP was granted protection under the Convention Against Torture in 2013. • He arrived back in El Paso on December 11 and is currently in ICE custody.

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El PasoFPPDavid GuaderramaTricia McLaughlinJennifer ScarboroughGuatemala CityCaliforniaImmigration and Customs EnforcementDepartment of Homeland SecurityU.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Texas

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