Why are Indian H-1B Visa and Green Card holders facing deportation?

Indian H-1B visa and Green Card holders are facing deportation fears amid a crackdown on immigration policies that some associate with actions taken during the Trump administration. Several individuals have been detained or deported unexpectedly, raising concerns among Indian professionals in the U.S. about the potential impact on their status. These deportations are believed to be connected to heightened security measures, some of which were implemented under Trump's administration, leading to increased scrutiny of Indian professionals.

One prominent case involves Badar Khan Suri, a Georgetown University graduate student, who was detained by federal immigration agents outside his Virginia home. Suri’s visa was reportedly revoked, and he was placed in deportation proceedings under a rarely invoked immigration law provision. His lawyer claims that the deportation is linked to his wife’s Palestinian American heritage. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) accused Suri of promoting antisemitism and spreading Hamas propaganda on social media, but a federal judge has temporarily blocked his deportation while the case is under review.

These developments have sparked fears among Indian visa holders who are concerned about facing similar issues due to their nationality or associations.