In June 2025, immigration authorities issued Sae Joon Park an ultimatum to either leave voluntarily or face detention and deportation, as stated by his legal team. Park's removal order stemmed from two convictions dating back over 15 years, which occurred during a period when he was dealing with untreated PTSD. New York's governor remarked that Park has earned a 'second chance through rehabilitation.'
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Sae Joon Park, Purple Heart Veteran, Receives Pardon After Self-Deportation
Sae Joon Park, a Purple Heart veteran, faced deportation due to past convictions linked to untreated PTSD. He has since received a pardon, with New York's governor acknowledging his rehabilitation efforts.
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