Summary
Sami Hamdi, a British political commentator, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at San Francisco International Airport. His detention is linked to comments he made about the Middle East. Hamdi was in the U.S. on a speaking tour when his visa was revoked, and he remains in custody.
Key Facts
- Sami Hamdi, a British political commentator, was detained by ICE at San Francisco International Airport.
- The detention is said to be related to his comments about the Middle East.
- Hamdi was speaking at a Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) event in Sacramento before his detention.
- ICE states that Hamdi's visa was revoked due to his comments, but specific comments weren't detailed.
- Hamdi was traveling on a visitor visa, not under the Visa Waiver Program.
- ICE noted that Hamdi will enter immigration proceedings since his visa was revoked.
- A U.S. official mentioned the administration is revoking visas for those perceived as supporting terrorism.
- Critics accused Hamdi of supporting Hamas, but he denies promoting violence.
