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Ice Arrests Chinese Billionaire Owner of Failed Casino on US Island

Ice Arrests Chinese Billionaire Owner of Failed Casino on US Island

Summary

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested Cui Lijie, a Chinese national involved with a failed casino on Saipan, a U.S. territory. The casino was linked to past controversies, including illegal employment and financial issues.

Key Facts

  • Cui Lijie, a Chinese national, was arrested by ICE in Saipan.
  • Saipan is part of the Northern Mariana Islands, a U.S. territory in the Pacific.
  • Cui was involved with Imperial Pacific International LLC, which had the only casino license in Saipan.
  • The casino faced issues like bankruptcy and legal troubles due to illegal employment.
  • Cui and her son were previously in the junket business in Macao.
  • The casino license was sold for $12.95 million in August to Team King Investment.
  • Legal experts have concerns about President Trump's immigration enforcement and its potential effects on due process rights.

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