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Man Fights Deportation After Overturning 40-Year Murder Conviction

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Subramanyam 'Subu' Vedam, who spent over 40 years in prison for a murder he insists he did not commit, is now facing deportation after being taken into ICE custody just a day after his charges were dropped. A federal immigration judge is set to decide on his bond while he contests his deportation, following a ruling that his case is exceptional enough to reopen. Vedam's conviction was vacated due to prosecutors withholding crucial evidence that could have exonerated him. His family remains hopeful for his release, but the Department of Homeland Security continues to pursue his deportation, labeling him a 'criminal illegal alien,' despite his status as a permanent legal resident.

Key Details: • Federal immigration judge hearing on Vedam's bond set for Tuesday. • Vedam's conviction was vacated in August 2025 due to prosecutorial misconduct. • Charges against Vedam were dropped on October 2, 2025. • Vedam's family is advocating for his release from ICE custody.

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