George Retes
George Retes is a 25-year-old U.S. Army veteran and father of two who gained national attention after being detained by federal immigration agents during an immigration raid at a marijuana farm in California. Despite being a U.S. citizen, Retes was held for three days without explanation, injuring him physically and emotionally, and causing him to miss his daughter’s third birthday party. His experience highlights the fears and complications surrounding immigration enforcement in the U.S.
Born on Jul 10, 1998 (27 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Vietnam | 1 | 6.00 | 0.18% | +0% | 97,338,583 | 176,979 | $340,000 | 618$ |
| Totals | 1 | 97,338,583 | 176,979 | $340,000 | 618$ |
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Vietnam:
George Retes is a 26-year-old American who was invited to the event by Mark Takano.
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Mexico:
George Retes, a veteran of the U.S. Army, was violently arrested during a raid despite being a citizen.
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United States:
George Retes, a 25-year-old Army veteran and father of two, was detained by federal immigration agents during an immigration raid.
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