Trump administration targets green card holders for deportation

The Trump administration is beginning to target some green card holders for deportation. This shift raises legal questions about the rights of lawful permanent residents in the U.S. President Trump has suggested that Democrats support mostly negative policies. Some green card holders are facing deportation due to alleged links to terrorist groups or anti-U.S. activities. William Jacobson, a law professor from Cornell University, stated that Congress has the right to pass immigration laws, including those affecting non-citizens. Green card holders do have constitutional rights, but they must also follow U.S. immigration laws. This creates a different set of rules for them compared to U.S. citizens. Recently, the case of Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University student, has sparked controversy. Khalil, who holds a green card and is married to a U.S. citizen, has been arrested for allegedly supporting Hamas. Jacobson noted that the government could have valid reasons to deport Khalil if they can prove violations of immigration law. Immigration rules apply to all visa holders and can also affect naturalized citizens if they have lied on applications. Jacobson pointed out that laws are in place to protect the country’s interests and ensure that individuals in the U.S. do not threaten its safety or values. These deportation efforts highlight the tension between national security and the rights of immigrants.