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Israel Makoka, 18, left, stands with his host mother, Gail Baptiste, and his brother, Max Makoka, 15. Both teens were released from federal immigration custody after being arrested for visa violations. (Family photo)

Two high school basketball players released after being detained by ICE

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Two Congolese high school basketball players, Israel and Max Makoka, were released from U.S. immigration custody after being detained due to a visa issue. Their student visas were terminated without their knowledge after transferring schools. The community rallied for their release. Their case will now go to immigration court for visa reinstatement.

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