50+ military families detained under Trump’s immigration policy. Here’s why
The Trump administration has detained parents and spouses of more than 50 active-duty US military personnel as it rolls back long-standing immigration protections for military families, according to an Associated Press investigation. Further, at least eight immediate family members of US military personnel remain in immigration custody of federal agencies. Though the US military continues to recruit members by advertising immigration benefits for enlistees’ families. Reacting to the development, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS (Dept. of Homeland Security)) has said that it does not compile data on these cases. In a statement, the DHS said, “DHS and ICE (immigration enforcement agency) value the contributions of all those who have served in the US military.” “US military service alone does not automatically grant lawful immigration status, or exempt aliens from the consequences of violating US immigration laws,” the Homeland Security Department added. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international coverage. Mashkoora Khan – Sub-editor focusing on global developments, with a strong emphasis on Canada visa, immigration, and study-related policy coverage. ...