Meenu Batra, a 53-year-old court interpreter, has finally been released from US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody after a long and grueling six-week ordeal. Her family is overjoyed at her release, and they're now working to secure a green card to strengthen her immigration status.

Batra's story is one of resilience and determination. She fled violence in India over 35 years ago and applied for asylum in the US. However, instead of getting full asylum, she was given "withholding of removal" status in 2000, which prevents her from being deported to her home country.

What makes Batra's case particularly tragic is the way she was treated by ICE officers. She was handcuffed and taken into an unmarked white SUV, where at least four officers were involved in her arrest. She felt humiliated and treated like a criminal.

Batra's release is a victory for her and her family, but the fight is far from over. Her attorney, Deepak Ahluwalia, says that the focus is now on ensuring Batra can remain in the US permanently. He's also working to oppose any attempts by authorities to deport her to a third country where she has no ties or connections.

Batra's youngest son, Jasper, who serves in the US Army, is even planning to request the government to expedite his mother's application for a green card. They're hoping it gets approved in about four to six months.