Honduran-born wife of U.S. soldier released from immigration detention after military base arrest

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:05:00 +0200

Annie Ramos, the 22-year-old Honduran-born wife of U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Matthew Blank, was released from federal immigration detention after spending nearly a week in custody. Ramos was taken into custody at a Louisiana military base while attempting to register for military benefits and obtain a green card. Having lived in the U.S. since she was under two years old, Ramos has faced ongoing legal challenges to gain legal status, including a stalled Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) application filed in 2020. DHS confirmed her release with a GPS monitor while she continues to undergo removal proceedings. Ramos expressed her desire to continue her education in biochemistry and build a life with her husband. The case drew criticism from politicians and public advocates, who argued that detaining military spouses harms troop morale. U.S. Senator Mark Kelly contacted DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin about the situation, highlighting the broader implications of immigration enforcem