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ICE Won’t Clarify Airport Arrests for Expired Visa Holders

8/12/2026

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The U.S. administration treats people with expired visas, pending petitions, overstayed asylum cases, and conditional green-card holders as having no status, despite their lawful presence.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has not issued guidance on travelers who may be arrested at domestic airports, while officials declined to answer questions.
The uncertainty about possible arrests has led some individuals to avoid regular activities, especially after high-profile detentions and removal proceedings.

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Story summary

The U.S. administration treats people with expired visas, pending petitions, overstayed asylum cases, and conditional green-card holders as having no status, despite their lawful presence.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has not issued guidance on travelers who may be arrested at domestic airports, while officials declined to answer questions.
The uncertainty about possible arrests has led some individuals to avoid regular activities, especially after high-profile detentions and removal proceedings.