Everlee Wihongi speaks out after US immigration detention
Wednesday 12 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Trump administration
Everlee Wihongi has shared her experiences after being held by US immigration authorities for more than two months. The 37-year-old, who was detained upon returning to the US from New Zealand, described facing dehumanising conditions. She stated that she is struggling to return to normal life and feels unsafe under the current administration.