What was supposed to be a straightforward trip into the United States turned briefly tense for San Francisco Giants star Jung-Hoo Lee.
The outfielder, who had just flown in from South Korea, found himself dealing with an unexpected delay at Los Angeles International Airport before making his way to San Francisco.
Detained at LAX After Returning From South Korea
Lee had been traveling back from his home country ahead of the Giants’ annual Fan Fest, an event where fans were eager to see one of the team’s biggest international signings up close.
However, upon landing at LAX on Wednesday, immigration officers detained him for additional checks, temporarily holding him at the airport.
Paperwork Issue, Not Politics
According to Lee’s agent, Scott Boras, the situation came down to a documentation matter rather than anything more serious.
Speaking to the San Francisco Chronicle, Boras explained that immigration officials needed to clarify an issue related to Lee’s paperwork.
He also made it clear that the incident had “nothing political” behind it, aiming to calm speculation.
Released After About an Hour
After roughly an hour in custody, the issue was resolved, and Lee was released without further complications.
The brief detention did not appear to affect his plans, and he was able to continue preparations for his scheduled Fan Fest appearance.
Pelosi’s Office Steps In to Help
The situation also caught the attention of local political figures.
Representatives for Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi confirmed that her office was actively involved in helping resolve the matter.
They noted that her team worked closely with the Giants organization, congressional partners, and federal officials to ensure things were sorted out quickly.
What Comes Next for Jung-Hoo Lee?
With the paperwork issue behind him, Lee is expected to move forward as planned, including participating in the Giants’ Fan Fest this weekend.
For fans, the brief airport scare now looks like nothing more than a minor travel hiccup — one that didn’t derail the excitement surrounding the outfielder’s return.
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