German Green Card Holder Detained in U.S. Raises Immigration Policy Concerns

The German Foreign Office is investigating the detention of Fabian Schmidt and two other citizens, questioning whether these cases signal a broader shift in U.S. immigration enforcement.

Fabian Schmidt, a German Green Card holder, remains in custody at the Wyatt Detention Center in Rhode Island after being detained at Boston Logan International Airport on March 7.
Two other German citizens detained in similar circumstances have since returned to Germany, while Schmidt's case is being closely monitored by the German consulate in Boston.
Schmidt alleges mistreatment during his detention, including being yelled at, forced to undress, and restrained while hospitalized, though these claims have not been independently verified.
The German Foreign Office has called on U.S. authorities to ensure that detention conditions meet international human rights standards and is considering updating travel advisories for the U.S.
An investigation is ongoing to determine whether these detentions reflect isolated incidents or a broader change in U.S. immigration policy.