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Thousands of immigrants got scammed by an attorney exploiting humanitarian visas, lawsuits say
By Jack Brook, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· 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 Alamo Heights News
The fallout from Alexandra Lozano's alleged scam will likely be felt in the San Antonio area, where many immigrants reside and seek legal status. As the immigration system grapples with the consequences of her actions, local residents who have applied for humanitarian visas may face increased scrutiny and delays in their applications. The Trump administration's overhaul of these programs, citing widespread fraud, has already led to tightened restrictions and slower processing rates, which could disproportionately affect legitimate victims of trafficking and abuse in the Alamo Heights community. Local advocacy groups and attorneys may need to step in to provide guidance and support to those affected by Lozano's alleged scheme and the subsequent changes to the humanitarian programs. The scale of Lozano's alleged scam, with over 53,000 pending cases, suggests that the impact on the local immigrant community could be significant.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 7 min
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