In a recent report by the New York Times, Paolo Zampolli, a former model agent and friend of Donald Trump, is said to have contacted the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to aid in a custody dispute with his ex-wife, Amanda Ungaro. Zampolli reportedly made a call to David Venturella, a senior official at ICE, in June 2025, after Ungaro was arrested in Miami on workplace fraud charges. During this communication, he indicated that his ex-wife was in the U.S. illegally and suggested the possibility of having her detained by ICE.

The implications of Zampolli's request raise significant questions about the intersection of personal disputes and immigration enforcement. By suggesting that his ex-wife be deported, Zampolli appears to have employed his connections in an effort to gain leverage in the custody battle. This move highlights potential abuses of power in the immigration system, as well as the serious ramifications that such actions could have on individuals facing deportation, particularly when intertwined with personal conflicts.

This incident not only sheds light on Zampolli's personal life but also brings into focus the broader context of the immigration policies in the United States and their use in private disputes. As relationships between individuals with connections to high-ranking officials and the immigration system are scrutinized, it raises concerns about fairness and justice for those caught in the crossfire of such conflicts.