At least 15 New Zealanders detained in US immigration crackdown

Friday 26 September 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Fri 26 Sep 2025, 11:52am

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says at least 15 New Zealanders are currently in detention in the United States. This occurs as the Trump administration implements a nationwide crackdown on migrants. The detainees are reportedly not being held in immigration facilities.

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1. Otago Daily TimesFri 26 Sep 2025, 10:46am

   New Zealanders detained in US immigration crackdown (opens in new tab)

2. RNZFri 26 Sep 2025, 11:43am

   Three New Zealanders detained in US immigration detention (opens in new tab)

3. NZ HeraldFri 26 Sep 2025, 11:52am

   At least 15 New Zealanders detained amid US immigration crackdown (opens in new tab)