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NewsNBC Miami PoliticsJune 12, 2026Miami-Dade

A Couple's Trip to a Trump Hotel Leads to Months of Detention

Bryan José Rojas Galofre, a Venezuelan immigrant with a pending asylum case, spent three months in ICE custody after being stopped at a security checkpoint at the Trump National Doral hotel in January 2025. While the Department of Homeland Security labeled him a criminal threat due to a drug paraphernalia charge and alleged gang ties, his legal team maintains he has no criminal record and was targeted due to his tattoos.

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Why It Matters

The case highlights the practical consequences of current federal immigration enforcement policies, where minor infractions or perceived associations can lead to prolonged detention and the loss of work authorization for individuals with pending claims.

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Who's Mentioned

personTom Homan“Stated that millions of deportations will be necessary.”personScott G. Alexander“Granted bond to Rojas on April 18, 2025.”personBryan José Rojas Galofre“A Venezuelan immigrant and asylum seeker who was detained for three months.”personSocorro Zaragosa“U.S. citizen and wife of Bryan José Rojas Galofre.”organizationDepartment of Homeland Security“Federal agency responsible for immigration enforcement and detention.”locationTrump National Doral“Hotel where the couple was stopped at a security checkpoint.”personKristi Noem“Ratified a comprehensive asylum rule in November.”personTahimi Rengifo“Legal counsel for Bryan José Rojas Galofre.”personMarkwayne Mullin“Mentioned in DHS statement regarding immigration policy.”personDonald Trump“Current U.S. President.”