A former Afghan interpreter for the U.S. military, Zia S., who legally entered the United States after fleeing the Taliban, was detained by masked ICE agents during a routine green card appointment in Connecticut.
Zia had been granted humanitarian parole and was in the process of securing permanent residency under a program designed to protect those who aided U.S. forces. His arrest has sparked widespread condemnation from lawmakers, veterans, and advocates, who argue that detaining allies undermines U.S. commitments and national security. Many are calling for his immediate release, warning that such actions could discourage future cooperation from foreign allies.
The Department of Homeland Security has stated that Zia is under investigation for a serious criminal allegation, but details remain unclear.
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