2/25/2026
gaystarnews A married couple from Azerbaijan say the administration of Donald Trump is continuing to detain one husband in Georgia, even though both men have agreed to leave the United States voluntarily. Speaking to The Advocate, the couple — identified only by their initials — said T.A., 40, has been held at Stewart Detention Center since 14 January while they wait for a judge to approve voluntary departure. His husband, S.G., 30, said the delay is taking a serious toll, with T.A. losing 25 pounds and struggling with his mental health. The couple married in North Carolina last November and say they have chosen to return to Azerbaijan, where their marriage is not legally recognised and LGBTQ+ people face discrimination. View all 27 comments