Overview
- Hannah, 13, was airlifted from Mexico to a Phoenix hospital earlier this month after a sudden brain bleed and has undergone MRIs, CTs and invasive vascular testing while receiving anti‑seizure medicine and treatment for brain swelling.
- Doctors readmitted Hannah on July 24 for headache, weakness and trouble walking, treated her with IV medication for internal swelling, and discharged her again after she responded to care.
- Armando initially was turned away at a U.S. port of entry because of visa issues but secured emergency humanitarian entry the next day and was reunited with his husband and daughter in the ICU.
- Armando announced Sunday that U.S. authorities approved a 30‑day extension of his humanitarian authorization so he can remain in Arizona with Hannah during ongoing outpatient monitoring and rehab.
- The case has highlighted cross‑border immigration hurdles and relied on legal and political advocacy, public fundraising and local officials’ help, and further administrative action may be required if Hannah’s care extends beyond the new 30‑day period.