The US Citizenship and Immigration Services said green cards and visas will get revoked “if an alien” is found breaking the law.
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued a strict warning to green card and visa holders, making it clear that serious criminal behavior—especially support for terrorist activities—can lead to losing their legal status.
Green Cards and Visas Can Be Revoked, Says USCIS
In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday, USCIS posted a message that read:
“Green cards and visas will be revoked if an alien breaks the law.”
The agency emphasized that individuals with permanent residency or temporary visas can face deportation if they:
- Advocate or promote violence,
- Support or endorse terrorism, or
- Encourage others to do so.
“Having a visa or green card is a privilege, not a right,” USCIS added. “Our laws and values must be respected.”
What Is a Green Card?
A green card grants someone lawful permanent residency in the U.S., allowing them to live and work in the country indefinitely.
There are multiple pathways to getting a green card, such as:
- Being sponsored by a U.S. employer or relative,
- Applying as a refugee or asylee, or
- Qualifying through other humanitarian programs.
According to the Department of Homeland Security, there are about 12.8 million green card holders currently living in the United States.
Context: Immigration Crackdown Under Trump
The USCIS warning follows renewed immigration enforcement under President Donald Trump’s administration. His proposed immigration and border security plan includes nearly $150 billion in funding over the next four years for:
- Expanded deportation efforts,
- Construction of the southern border wall, and
- Increased staffing and capacity at immigration detention centers.
Currently, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) receives around $10 billion annually to carry out immigration enforcement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the ‘Catch-And-Revoke’ policy?
It refers to the immediate revocation of green card status if a holder is caught breaking U.S. laws, especially in connection with violence or terrorism.
Q2: Can a green card be revoked?
Yes. Green cards can be taken away if the individual is found guilty of advocating violence, terrorism, or engaging in serious criminal activity.
Q3: How can someone apply for a green card?
Applicants can become eligible through family sponsorship, employment, asylum/refugee status, or special humanitarian programs. Visit the USCIS website for more information.
