Deaf Boy Deported, California Fights to Bring Him Back
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Joseph Rodriguez, a six-year-old deaf boy from California, was deported to Colombia with his family, sparking outrage and efforts to bring them back. Joseph, who relies on cochlear implants, faces health risks and lacks necessary medical care in Colombia. State leaders, lawmakers, and the community are pushing for humanitarian parole, with Congressman Eric Swalwells staff already delivering a hearing aid to Joseph. Attorneys argue the family didnt receive proper due process and faces danger in Colombia. Josephs school and peers are heartbroken, with officials praising his bright smile and love for his peers. The family is fighting for asylum and other relief options, hoping to return to the Bay Area soon.
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