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Kidney Specialist Faces Deportation Despite Court Protections

3/16/2025

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Dr. Rasha Alawieh, a dedicated kidney specialist, faced an alarming deportation from the U.S. despite her valid H-1B visa and a federal court order protecting her. Detained at Boston Logan Airport after a trip to Lebanon, her case highlights troubling questions about U.S. Customs and Border Protection's commitment to following legal procedures.

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Story summary

Dr. Rasha Alawieh, a dedicated kidney specialist, faced an alarming deportation from the U.S. despite her valid H-1B visa and a federal court order protecting her. Detained at Boston Logan Airport after a trip to Lebanon, her case highlights troubling questions about U.S. Customs and Border Protection's commitment to following legal procedures.