politico-wire US Teen Who Fought for Father's Release from ICE Custody Dies of Cancer
Ofelia Torres, a 16-year-old Chicago high school student, died on Friday after a long battle with cancer. Her father, Ruben Torres Maldonado, was detained by immigration authorities in October, sparking a public outcry and highlighting the human impact of the Trump administration's immigration policies. Despite her illness, Ofelia had been an outspoken advocate for her father's release.