Meenu Batra spent decades helping immigrants navigate the US legal system as a court interpreter in Texas. But, during a routine work trip, ICE detained her at an airport despite her legal status and long-standing protection from deportation. Batra’s case highlights a broader trend: Arrests of Asian immigrants, particularly Indian nationals, have risen sharply. Advocates say growing numbers of immigrants with legal status are now facing increased scrutiny and uncertainty under US immigration enforcement.
