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Afghan Man Freed After Viral Arrest and Over 100 Days in ICE Custody

“I still believe in America. I do not feel betrayed. I feel hopeful because of how many Americans stood up for me when I was arrested.”

Reason

Hiring of military lawyers as immigration judges alarms law experts

Move is high-risk and potentially unlawful amid Trump’s deportation push since military lawyers lack immigration expertise

The Guardian - US

US veterans decry arrest of ex-army sergeant after Ice protest

Bajun Mavalwalla, an advocate for Afghans who supported US military in Afghanistan, faces up to six years in prison

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Afghan Allies Under Pressure to Self-Deport: Voices from Camp As Sayliyah

"We have no criticism of the U.S. government—on the contrary, we are truly thankful. However, we are deeply afraid of the possibility of being returned to Afghanistan."

Reason

US court briefly pauses Trump’s move to end protective status for Afghans

Appeals court blocks Trump administration from removing temporary protective status of nearly 12,000 Afghans.

Al Jazeera

The U.S. Is Closing Every Door on Afghan Allies

Afghan prosecutors, interpreters, and other U.S. partners are being evicted, abandoned, or forced back into Taliban hands.

Reason

Here’s What’s Happening to the People ICE Arrests in Immigration Court

Many are fighting to keep their court cases open so that they can still request asylum.

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VIDEO: Masked ICE Agents Arrest Afghan Ally Following Immigration Court Hearing

Sayed Naser worked with U.S. forces in Afghanistan, fled after the Taliban killed his brother, and was awaiting asylum. ICE agents still took him in handcuffs—and the government won’t explain why.

Reason

U.S. Abandons Afghan Allies as Trump Administration Shuts Down Resettlement Programs

The State Department is eliminating the CARE office and ending the Enduring Welcome program, stranding U.S. allies who risked their lives and were told America would protect them.

Reason

Pakistan Deports Afghans Awaiting U.S. Resettlement

Afghans who fled Taliban rule with hopes of U.S. resettlement now face detention, extortion, and forced return.

Reason

Trump at odds with US military veterans over snarled Afghan relocations

Advocates say broad executive orders have hurt Afghans seeking to flee to the US after aiding its military and groups.

Al Jazeera

US Refugee Program Suspension Leaves Afghan Allies In Limbo

President Trump's executive order suspending US refugee program impacts Afghan allies awaiting resettlement, prompting advocacy for their safety.

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Senate Border Bill Includes Pathway to Residency for Afghan Refugees

The 8 billion Senate border bill includes a pathway to residency for Afghan refugees, but its success hinges on the larger bipartisan provisions.

Tribune News Service

Congress excludes protections for Afghan evacuees in Ukraine bill

WASHINGTON — Congress left out of a Ukraine-focused supplemental spending bill a White House proposal to grant Afghan evacuees permanent protections in the U.S., leaving roughly 36,000 of them in legal limbo.

Roll Call

Congress excludes protections for Afghan evacuees in Ukraine bill - Roll Call

The Biden administration and advocates sought to win permanent protections for some 36,000 Afghan evacuees in the United States.

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