Summary
In Chicago, a 60-year-old lawful permanent resident was fined for not carrying his green card, highlighting a renewed effort by federal authorities to enforce a rule requiring immigrants to carry proof of registration at all times. This rule, under President Trump's administration, mandates that non-U.S. citizens must always have their registration documents with them, leading to debates about the extent of government enforcement and its impact on legal residents.
Key Facts
- A lawful permanent resident in Chicago was fined $130 for not carrying his green card.
- U.S. immigration law requires non-U.S. citizens to carry proof of registration at all times.
- This rule has existed for a long time but was not enforced strictly until recently.
- President Trump signed an executive order to enforce immigration laws more strictly.
- The Department of Homeland Security interprets this as allowing fines up to $5,000 for noncompliance.
- Legal discussions around this law focus on potential issues of discrimination and racial profiling.
- A legal case opposing the rule was dismissed because the plaintiffs lacked standing.
