# Martin Soto's Diaper Run

> Martin Soto, a Peruvian man detained for buying diapers for his kids, spent eight months in ICE custody before being released with a U-Visa.
- Title: Martin Soto's Diaper Run · Mother Jones | Shortify
- Summary: Martin Soto, a Peruvian man detained for buying diapers for his kids, spent eight months in ICE custody before being released with a U-Visa. Martin Soto was…
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- Source: Mother Jones — https://motherjones.com/politics/2026/10/martin-soto-went-out-for-diapers-he-came-home-eight-months-later
- Author: Sophie Hurwitz
- Published: 2026-10-07T10:44:46+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: martin soto, peruvian, ice detention, hunger strike, u-visa, new jersey, delaney hall, asylum, hunger and labor strike, new jersey attorney general
## Martin Soto's Detention
Martin Soto, a Peruvian man detained for buying diapers for his two young children, spent eight months in ICE custody.
## Hunger Strike Begins
In May, Martin Soto and over 300 detained immigrants announced a two-week hunger and labor strike inside Delaney Hall demanding freedom and due process.
## Solitary Confinement
Martin Soto spent several months in solitary confinement after organizing a hunger strike inside Delaney Hall.
## U-Visa Certification
Gabriela Soto sent a handwritten letter to New Jersey Attorney General Davenport requesting U-Visa certification for Martin Soto.
## U-Visa Approved
Martin Soto received U-Visa certification after New Jersey Attorney General Davenport approved it.
## Release and Support
Martin Soto was released from ICE detention with an ankle monitor after eight months, supported by New Jersey Democrats and community members.
## Key takeaway

Martin Soto was released from ICE detention after eight months following a hunger strike and advocacy efforts, secured a U-Visa, and received support from New Jersey Democrats.