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Thousands of immigrants got scammed by an attorney exploiting humanitarian visas, lawsuits say
By Jack Brook, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 29, 2026
· 7 min read
An attorney in Washington state promised “miracles” to tens of thousands of immigrants seeking legal status in the United States.Instead, Alexandra Lozano created fake stories of domestic abuse and human trafficking to apply for humanitarian visas without her clients' knowledge, according to seve...
Key takeaway “I put the trust of my family with her,” 30-year-old Gabriel Martinez Garcia said.
Why this matters in Tomball News
The fallout from Alexandra Lozano's alleged scheme will likely be felt in the Houston area, where many immigrants reside and seek legal status. Given the large immigrant population in Harris County, it's possible that some of Lozano's victims live in Tomball , and may be facing deportation or other consequences as a result of her actions. The fact that Lozano's firm handled over 53,000 pending cases raises concerns about the potential scope of the damage in local communities. As the immigration system grapples with the aftermath of Lozano's alleged scam, local residents may be affected by the tightened restrictions and slowed processing rates implemented by the Trump administration, which could make it more difficult for legitimate victims of trafficking and abuse to access the help they need. Local immigration advocates and attorneys will likely be watching the situation closely to see how it impacts their clients and the community.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? An attorney in Washington state promised “miracles” to tens of thousands of immigrants seeking legal status in the United States.Instead, Alexandra Lozano created fake stories of domestic abuse and human trafficking to apply for humanitarian visas without her clients' knowledge, according to seve...
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