Trump immigration crackdown ensnares families of US troops

The Trump administration's pursuit of a mass deportation agenda has led to the detention of dozens of parents and spouses of active-duty U.S. service members, an Associated Press investigation has revealed. These detentions have occurred even though these family members are often afforded certain immigration protections.

According to the investigation, more than 50 parents and spouses of active-duty military personnel have been detained since Donald Trump returned to office. The report highlights that at least six individuals have already been deported. The government does not officially track these specific detentions, making this the first comprehensive accounting of such cases.

The findings raise concerns about the administration's immigration policies and their impact on military families, who serve the nation. The detentions and deportations appear to contradict the support typically expected for those connected to the armed forces.