Immigration Interviews Turning Into Arrests: Families Being Torn Apart


Immigration Interviews Turning Into Arrests: Families Being Torn Apart


The Nightmare at Green Card Interviews

Imagine going to your final immigration interview—the last step to getting a green card so you can live permanently in the U.S. with your American spouse or children. You're excited and maybe a bit nervous. Then suddenly, federal agents rush in, put handcuffs on you, and take you away. This is the terrifying reality many immigrant families are facing right now, especially in San Diego.

What's Happening?


Starting in mid-November 2025, ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) has been arresting people during their interviews at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) offices. These aren't criminals—they're people who overstayed their visas but are married to U.S. citizens or have American children. They're following the legal process to fix their immigration status. They don't have criminal records, just paperwork delays. Lawyers report at least nine cases in San Diego alone, with similar incidents happening in other cities.

N

Real Stories of Families Being Separated


Stephen Paul is a San Diego sheriff's deputy. He took his British wife Katie and their 4-month-old baby to their immigration interview. As the interview was ending, agents arrested her. "I had to take our baby from my crying wife's arms," Paul said. He's now on leave from work, fighting to get her out of a detention center.

Chanidaphon Sopimpa is a Thai woman married to a retired Marine veteran. She was handcuffed in the middle of her interview, even though her husband served the country for 20 years. Her husband feels "betrayed," like the country he defended has turned against him.

There are other cases too: a German husband arrested just days before his wedding anniversary; a Mexican wife separated from her Navy veteran partner.


Why Is This Happening?

Under President Trump's immigration crackdown, ICE is prioritizing anyone who is "out of status," even at USCIS offices. Technically it's legal, but it feels like a trap. Normally, visa overstays can be forgiven when someone is married to or has children who are U.S. citizens. But now, these people are being detained and facing deportation anyway. Families are being destroyed: children screaming "Papa!" as their fathers are taken away; mothers arrested, leaving veteran husbands to raise kids alone.

The Outrage and Fear


People are furious. Immigration lawyers are calling it "insane" and "entrapment." Some are even advising clients to skip their interviews (which is risky). Immigrant communities are panicking—why pursue the American Dream if it ends with you in handcuffs? Social media is filled with heartbreak. One post says, "This is cruel—ripping babies from their mothers." Veterans' groups are forming support networks, but trust in the immigration system has been shattered.

What This Means


This isn't justice—it's terrorizing families. As one lawyer said, it's a betrayal that "rips our family apart." With hundreds of people being detained this way, the message is clear: even legal immigration paths can now lead to arrest. What will happen to families with mixed immigration status? That's the frightening question everyone is asking.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Recall issued for batches of eggs from 6 Canadian Brands

Image
                                                              watchmore The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall for eggs from six Canadian brands due to potential salmonella contamination The affected brands include Golden Valley, Compliments, Foremost, IGA, No Name, and Western Family Key Details of the Recall: Distributed in British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and possibly other provinces 3 7 Affects eggs with best before dates of February 16, February 22, and March 1, 2025 7 Triggered by routine test results 7 Risks and Symptoms: Salmonella can cause serious health issues, especially for vulnerable populations. Symptoms include: Fever Headache Vomiting Nausea Abdominal cramps Diarrhea Consumer Advice: Do not consume, serve, or sell the recalled eggs Check lot numbers on the CFIA website Discard or return aff...
Read more

White House fires National Security Agency chief

Image
Watch more The White House has fired General Timothy Haugh, the director of the National Security Agency (NSA), and his deputy, Wendy Noble. Haugh also led U.S. Cyber Command, overseeing both offensive and defensive cyber operations. The reasons for their dismissal are unclear, but it follows a series of high-profile firings by the Trump administration,  including National Security Council staff members. Lt. Gen. William Hartman will serve as the acting NSA director, while Sheila Thomas becomes the acting deputy director .   Top Democrats have criticized the move, citing concerns about national security and the lack of explanation .
Read more

Premium Bonds prize checker: When is February’s draw and how can I check if I’ve won?

Image
                                                                  Watchmore NS&I has announced the February 2025 Premium Bonds draw, with two £1 million jackpot winners from Yorkshire (Kirklees and Sheffield). Here's how to check if you've won: How to Check Prizes : Online: Use NS&I website prize checker Mobile App: Download NS&I app (iOS/Android) Phone: Call 08085 007 007 (if registered for online banking) By Mail: Write to NS&I at Sunderland SR43 2SB Draw Details : Total prizes: 5.9 million Total prize value: £430,052,425 Jackpot winners: Bond 150EN423722 (Kirklees, purchased January 2009) Bond 513EP525664 (Sheffield, purchased September 2022) Winning Odds : 22,000 to 1 for each £1 bond Prize fund rate: 4% Minimum investment: £25 Maximum investment: £50,000 Prizes will be available to check from Tuesday, F...
Read more