Nashville journalist arrested by ICE granted bond, remains detained while feds considers appeal

By: Anita Wadhwani

Outlets: Tennessee Lookout

Published: March 16, 2026

Words: 701

Last Updated: 4 days, 15 hours ago

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Estefany Rodríguez, the Nashville Spanish-language news reporter arrested by ICE, was granted a $10,000 bond Monday but remains detained in Louisiana after government lawyers reserved their right to appeal, according to her attorney.

Joel Coxander, Rodríguez’ attorney, said she has been subject to “inhumane and difficult treatment” since her arrest in Nashville by ICE agents on March 4.

Rodríguez, 35, was unable to communicate with Coxander between the day of her arrest until this …

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