Lawyer Aba, a U.S.-based immigration attorney and a regular guest on SVTV Africa’s Daily Hustle Worldwide show with DJ Nyaami, has issued a strong warning to immigrants in the United States.
She cited a recent report indicating that ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) is now targeting as many as 3,000 undocumented immigrants per day. ICE agents are allegedly receiving bonuses of up to $40,000, and the agency has expanded its operations by including bounty hunters, FBI agents, and ATP officers.
Lawyer Aba explained that even a minor visit to a police station could lead to ICE being called on you—even if the matter is unrelated to immigration. Many people are unaware that ICE already has the addresses of several undocumented individuals and can issue arrest warrants if court dates are missed.
“If you have an ongoing case and you’re scheduled to appear in court, there’s a risk of being arrested outside the courtroom,” she noted. “But avoiding court is not a good idea either. If you skip court, an arrest warrant will be issued, which increases your chances of being caught.”
She emphasized that ICE operates across all U.S. states since it is a federal agency. Many of those being targeted are the primary providers for their families, which makes the situation even more alarming.
In some instances, immigrants are being pressured to surrender their green cards and switch to B1/B2 visitor visas. Lawyer Aba strongly advised individuals in this situation to first consult an attorney before making any decisions.
She also mentioned that the U.S. government has given a 69-day window to correct certain immigration issues, which could lead to the lifting of some travel bans. International students, for instance, may still be able to travel and return to the U.S. for studies. However, immigration policies are changing rapidly, and individuals on non-immigrant visas should act quickly before rules change again.
She shared the story of one Ghanaian man who stated in his visa application that he would stay in the U.S. for just three weeks but ended up staying four months. Although he did not overstay his visa duration, he was deported when he returned to the U.S. from Ghana.
According to Lawyer Aba, immigration bonds now range from $20,000 and above before detainees can be released. There have even been cases where U.S. citizens were mistakenly arrested and later released.
Caregivers and healthcare workers may be particularly vulnerable to these raids, she warned. Meanwhile, those working in corporate offices are generally less targeted, as those environments mostly employ citizens and are less likely to be raided.
She also cautioned people against relying on unqualified or inexperienced immigration advisors who may not fully understand the scale of ICE’s operations.
In conclusion, she stressed:
“Marriage to a U.S. citizen remains one of the most secure and reliable paths to legalizing your stay.”
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