Maryland Pastor Arrested by ICE for 24-Year Visa Overstay

Daniel Fuentes Espinal, a 54-year-old pastor from Maryland's Eastern Shore originally from Honduras, was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for overstaying a six-month visa he entered on 24 years ago. Known as a beloved pillar of his community, Fuentes Espinal leads the Iglesia del Nazareno Jesus Te Ama and is recognized for providing food, shelter, clothing, and emotional support to vulnerable residents. He was detained while returning to a construction site and has since been transferred to a federal detention facility in Louisiana, where he awaits an immigration hearing and is expected to request bond. His family and community are devastated by his arrest, highlighting his deep ties and the trauma caused by his sudden detention. The arrest is part of a broader Trump administration immigration enforcement effort targeting not only undocumented migrants but also individuals who overstayed visas. Despite his long presence in the U.S. and lack of any criminal record, Fuentes Espinal faces federal charges for violating visa terms, with his family seeking his prompt release.