Emotions erupt at Denver airport after ICE detains woman accused of overstaying visa

Emotions erupt at Denver airport after ICE detains woman accused of overstaying visa reports a confrontation at Denver International Airport after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detained a 27-year-old Ecuadorian immigrant. ICE said Chantal Alejandra Morales Rojas entered the United States on October 20, 2024 on a visa valid until January 4, 2025, but overstayed. The detention occurred while she was boarding a Southwest Airlines flight, and footage captured supporters demanding her fair treatment as agents escorted her to a vehicle. According to ICE, Rojas remained in custody pending removal proceedings. Her supporters said she had a pending application to obtain proper status, and a witness described agents approaching her after two men asked about her visa status. Friends and former employers started a GoFundMe that raised more than $100,000 in two days for legal defense, while Southwest said it may deny boarding to disruptive customers.