Overview
- The immigration judge terminated proceedings on Jan. 28 after finding evidence that Narciso Barranco qualifies as the father of three U.S.-born Marines.
- The Department of Homeland Security said it will appeal the decision, with Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin calling the ruling “lawless.”
- Following the order, officials removed Barranco’s ankle monitor and ended required check-ins, according to his attorney and family.
- His legal team is seeking expedited Parole in Place processing with USCIS, which could provide a work permit and a pathway to a green card if approved.
- Video of Barranco’s June 2025 arrest showed agents pinning and punching him; DHS says he swung a weed trimmer, a claim his family disputes, and NBC Los Angeles reports he has largely stayed home and is in therapy since his release.