Mohammad Rahim Wahidi, the Taliban's former ambassador to Spain, was detained by U.S. immigration officials upon entering the U.S., facing claims of being a national security risk. Despite being a lawful permanent resident, Wahidi was held captive for over 30 hours without legal access. His situation is complicated by allegations against his brother-in-law related to an assassination plot, which casts doubt on his immigration status. His case reflects a concerning trend where the Trump administration has targeted individuals for deportation based on controversial connections to national security issues, including student activists attending pro-Palestinian demonstrations.
Mr. Wahidi was stripped of his title in Spain over accusations of sexual assault during his time there, but criminal charges were never filed against him.
Under the law, the secretary of state can deport a noncitizen determined to be a national security risk, which led to Mr. Wahidi's detention.
The Trump administration has recently cited similar legal justifications for canceling the visas of hundreds of students whose participation in pro-Palestinian demonstrations has appeared to become grounds for detention.
Mr. Wahidi's case appears to be different given his brother-in-law is wanted in connection to an assassination plot, raising concerns over national security.
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