Burlington, VT - Mohsen Mahdawi, a legal permanent resident of the United States for the past decade, was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials during a scheduled appointment related to his application for citizenship. The arrest occurred in Vermont.
Mahdawi, who is known in the Columbia area for his activism, has not been charged with any crime at this time. The circumstances surrounding his arrest have raised concerns among immigration advocates and civil rights groups, who are calling for transparency and due process.
"We are deeply troubled by the arrest of Mr. Mahdawi, especially given that it occurred during a routine appointment related to his citizenship application," said a spokesperson for the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). "We urge ICE to release him immediately and provide a clear explanation for his detention."
ICE has not yet released a statement regarding the specifics of Mahdawi's arrest but stated that they are following standard procedures. The case is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge as the situation develops. The arrest highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement policies in the United States.
Activist Arrested by ICE During Citizenship Appointment
Mohsen Mahdawi, a long-time U.S. resident, was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Vermont this week. Mahdawi, who has lived in the United States for ten years and holds legal permanent resident status, was taken into custody while attending an appointment related to his citizenship application. As of now, authorities have not formally charged him with any criminal offense. The arrest has sparked debate about immigration enforcement practices.