American Citizen Detained, Real ID Questioned: Alabama Construction Site Incident Sparks Debate

Foley, Alabama, May 28, 2025 – A 25-year-old American citizen, Leonardo Garcia Venegas, found himself at the center of a controversial incident involving immigration agents. The incident unfolded at a construction site in Foley, where Mr. Venegas was working. According to his family, agents detained him, claiming his Real ID was fake. "They said his ID was false," explained a family member, who wished to remain anonymous. "But he's an American citizen!" The video shows Mr. Venegas being apprehended by three agents. However, the situation took an unexpected turn when Mr. Venegas provided his social security number, leading to his release an hour later. The incident is raising concerns about potential overreach by immigration authorities. Local reports also indicate that four other construction workers were taken away during the same operation. The incident highlights the ongoing debate surrounding immigration enforcement and the experiences of US citizens.