A relative of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following an arrest related to immigration status violations.

Bruna Ferreira, a family member of Leavitt, was taken into custody by ICE earlier this week. The arrest is linked to allegations that Ferreira was residing in the United States unlawfully. Details surrounding the arrest have not been fully disclosed, but the detention has drawn attention due to Ferreira’s familial connection to Leavitt.

While Leavitt’s office has declined to comment directly on the matter, sources have confirmed that the arrest is unrelated to her professional role. The incident has raised questions about U.S. immigration policies and enforcement, particularly given the public visibility of Leavitt in her capacity as White House Press Secretary.

This case has brought the ongoing debate about immigration law enforcement back into the spotlight. ICE has yet to release additional information on Ferreira’s case or provide clarity on the legal actions that will follow. The situation remains under review as ICE continues its evaluation.

Sources: The Guardian, The New York Times, NBC News