"The US Department of State revealed that Soleimani's niece, Hamideh Soleimani Afshar, and her daughter were arrested on Friday night. Both are currently being held by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), as the US seeks their departure from the country."
"Citing media reports and social media posts, the State Department described Soleimani Afshar as an outspoken supporter of the totalitarian, terrorist regime in Iran. It added that such speech would not be tolerated under US President Donald Trump."
"Secretary of State Marco Rubio took credit for the decision to nix the two women's green cards. He pointed to Soleimani Afshar's comments as the reason for her and her daughter's arrest."
The US State Department revoked the permanent residency of Hamideh Soleimani Afshar and her daughter, citing their outspoken support for Iran's regime. Both were arrested and are held by Immigration and Customs Enforcement as the US seeks their removal. The case raises questions about free speech rights and the punishment of family members for their relations. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that their legal status was terminated due to Afshar's comments celebrating attacks on Americans and her support for the Iranian regime.
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