Increased scrutiny for Indian green card, H-1B holders

The Trump administration is tightening immigration enforcement for green card and H-1B visa holders. This change has raised concerns, especially among Indian professionals in the United States. Many green card holders report facing increased questioning when they travel internationally and try to return to the US. New York-based attorney Naresh Gehi noted that these immigrants are under more scrutiny than before. Immigration officials say this is necessary for national security. Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin emphasized that the current administration is committed to enforcing existing immigration laws more strictly. Vice President JD Vance commented that green card holders do not have an indefinite right to remain in the country. As a result, there are more inspections at airports and border checkpoints. Legal experts advise green card holders to avoid spending over 180 days outside the US, as this could lead to further scrutiny upon return. One example is Fabian Schmidt, who reported aggressive questioning at Logan Airport after returning from Luxembourg. Customs and Border Protection has denied these claims, saying that actions taken are appropriate for those with specific legal issues. Some immigration lawyers argue that the revocation of green cards without due process is unfair. They also highlight cases where individuals were denied entry despite not having committed any crimes, pointing instead to processing delays affecting their immigration status.