Surviving ICE: Letty’s Story

The story of a woman who was detained three months by immigration agents in 2008, and her insights to share for families like hers who are impacted today.

By: Marla Khan-Schwartz

Outlets: Minnesota Women's Press

Published: February 25, 2026

Words: 1,207

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

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October 7, 2008, started out like most workdays for Leticia “Letty” Carmona at Children’s Village Montessori in Minneapolis. She had worked with children ranging from a few months to school age. For several years, as on this day, she was a teacher in the school’s toddler room. The day started out with the usual routines: activity stations, reading, changing diapers, and feeding students.

As with most day care centers, visitors needed to be …

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