Summary
A man named Ray, who grew up in the U.S. after being born in a Nepalese refugee camp, was deported to Bhutan, a country he has never lived in. Upon arrival, Bhutanese authorities told him to leave, and he is now hiding in India without legal documents. This situation highlights ongoing issues with U.S. deportation practices, particularly for Nepali-speaking Bhutanese refugees.
Key Facts
- Ray was born in a refugee camp in Nepal and later moved to the U.S.
- The U.S. deported him to Bhutan, where he has never lived.
- Bhutan initially ordered Ray to leave, making him stateless.
- Ray is currently in India without legal status, family, or a passport.
- Bhutan has a history of rejecting Nepali-speaking refugees.
- During President Trump's second term, several people have been deported to Bhutan.
- U.S. laws exist to prevent deportation to dangerous countries, but advocates say these protections are being overlooked.
- The situation for Nepali-speaking Bhutanese refugees began when Bhutan enforced policies against them in the 1980s, leading to mass expulsions.
