Mohsen Mahdawi, a pro-Palestine and pro-Israel activist known for advocating peaceful dialogue, was detained by ICE during his naturalization interview. Despite his non-criminal background and commitment to non-violence, Mahdawi had fears of arrest prior to the appointment. His lawyers state he has no violations of immigration law. His unexpected detention during the visa process has raised concerns regarding ICE's practices and the treatment of immigrants engaging in peaceful activism, sparking discussions about the intersection of immigration enforcement and civil rights.
It's unusual - though not unheard of - for immigrants to be arrested during USCIS interviews.
Mahdawi had been so fearful of being detained by ICE that he had reportedly been in hiding for weeks.
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