Prince George’s County Leaders Demand Release of UMD Student and Mother from ICE Custody
Leaders in Prince George's County are demanding the release of a University of Maryland student and her mother following their detention by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Washington, DC, November 10, 2026 —
Officials in Prince George’s County have publicly called for the release of a University of Maryland student and her mother, who are currently being held in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody.
The specific identities of the student and her mother have not been publicly disclosed. Similarly, the exact reasons for their detention by ICE were not detailed in the available information. The nature of the detention, including its date and location, also remains unspecified.
Leaders from Prince George’s County have voiced their concerns and are actively demanding that the student and her mother be freed. The scope of the leaders involved and the specific actions they are taking beyond demanding release were not provided.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is responsible for enforcing U.S. immigration laws. The agency’s detention practices are subject to various legal and policy frameworks. Information regarding the legal basis for the detention or any specific proceedings related to the student and her mother’s case was not made available.
The situation highlights ongoing discussions and actions concerning immigration enforcement and the treatment of individuals in custody within the region. Further details regarding the individuals, the circumstances of their detention, and the specific demands of the Prince George’s County leaders are expected to emerge as the situation develops.
Story summarized from the original created by Melanie.Alnwick@fox.com (Melanie Alnwick) on www.fox5dc.com, see more information here.
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