At 11 years old, Maria Pires dreamt of escaping the chaos of her Brazilian orphanage after being adopted by a man in America. Yet, her new life quickly turned into a nightmare as her adoptive father subjected her to years of abuse. After serving time in prison for violent offenses rooted in her troubled childhood, Maria learned she wasn't a U.S. citizen. Following several years of compliance with immigration requirements, she was detained during a routine check-in in 2023. Despite her efforts to rebuild her life, she was deported back to Brazil, a country where she feels lost and out of place, faced with the challenge of starting anew with little support.
From Shelter to Deportation: The Struggles of Maria Pires
From Shelter to Deportation: The Struggles of Maria Pires
Maria Pires, adopted from Brazil, endured years of abuse and violence before facing deportation back to a country she barely remembers. Her journey highlights the complexities of immigration and the consequences of past decisions.
Maria Pires, who was adopted from Brazil to America at age 11, endured severe abuse from her adoptive father. After a troubled youth filled with violence and prison time, she was informed she wasn't a U.S. citizen. Following a routine immigration check-in in 2023, she was suddenly detained and deported to Brazil, where she struggles to adapt while holding onto dreams of returning to America.
