A growing number of individuals detained by immigration authorities in recent months have been identified as green card holders with legal permanent residency status, according to U.S. attorney’s offices. The cases highlight a shift in enforcement priorities, raising questions about how long-term residents—who have met legal immigration requirements—are being processed under current policies. Legal experts and advocacy groups are closely monitoring the trend, which contrasts with past practices that often focused on undocumented immigrants. The developments come amid broader debates over immigration enforcement and the rights of those with established legal status in the country.
Many on the list are green card holders with legal immigration status and permanent residency, according to US attorney’s offices.
