Judge Halts Deportation of Boulder Attack Suspect’s Family

• Jun 05, 2025

A federal judge in Colorado has issued a temporary order stopping the deportation of the wife and five children of the man accused of carrying out Sunday’s attack in Boulder.

The judge’s decision means U.S. immigration officials cannot remove the suspect’s immediate family from the country or the state while legal proceedings continue. The temporary block was granted as questions arise about the circumstances surrounding the family’s immigration status and their connection to the accused.

The suspect, whose name has not been disclosed in this update, is currently facing charges in connection with the violent incident in Boulder, Colorado, that occurred over the weekend. Federal authorities have identified him as an Egyptian national who had overstayed his U.S. tourist visa.

The attack in Boulder has drawn national attention, especially after President Donald Trump referenced it while announcing a new travel and immigration ban affecting 19 countries. In a video statement, Trump pointed to the Boulder case as a clear example of the dangers of allowing foreign nationals to enter the country without proper vetting or remain beyond their legal stay.

Following the attack, immigration authorities moved quickly to initiate removal proceedings against the suspect’s wife and children. However, legal representatives for the family argued that deporting them would violate their due process rights, particularly as they may be needed for testimony or support during the criminal investigation.

The judge agreed to pause their removal temporarily, allowing time for a more thorough review of the legal issues involved. This decision does not mean the family will be allowed to stay permanently but ensures that they remain in the U.S. while the court examines the matter more closely.

The temporary block highlights ongoing concerns about how immigration enforcement is handled in cases involving alleged crimes, especially when family members of the accused may not be directly involved. It also adds another layer of complexity to a case already being closely watched at the national level.

Further court proceedings are expected to determine the family's legal status and whether the deportation will move forward at a later date.