Immigrants are in a panic as rumors of Green Card holders getting deported from the US are spreading across the internet. Now, experts have weighed in, exposing the truth behind these claims.
The immigration and legal experts debunked the widespread rumor saying there is no mass deportation of Green Card holders. Yet, the fear is still lingering, and maybe it is not out of reason.
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While there's no legal policy to deport permanent residents, recent cases of people getting detained for criticizing Trump have raised eyebrows. However, if you have a clean record and you don't spend most of your time out of the US, your Green Card will protect you.
But if you have any criminal history, no matter how long you have been staying in the US, you might be under the radar. We saw this a few days ago when a man with a 50-year-old Green Card was deported.
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Immigration fraud or even suspicion of abandoning residency can put green card status at risk. Authorities have the power to question and detain permanent residents who stay out of the US for more than six months at a stretch.
Stay cautious and don't panic. Immigration policies are unpredictable, and fear-mongering will only make it worse. Green card holders should monitor their travel, stay informed, and consult a lawyer when in doubt.