The Trump administration has warned of strict action against immigrants committing green card fraud. Marriage fraud could result in fines, imprisonment, and deportation.
America: Stepping up its crackdown on illegal immigration, the Trump administration has taken specific action against individuals who marry U.S. citizens fraudulently to obtain green cards. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has classified this as a serious federal crime and warned offenders face severe consequences.
USCIS stated that individuals intentionally entering marriages to circumvent immigration laws will face stringent penalties under federal law. Under Section 1325(c), the marriage fraud law, convicted individuals face up to five years imprisonment.
Rising Number of Marriage Fraud Cases
Marriage is considered a common pathway to obtaining citizenship in the United States. Consequently, numerous instances have been observed where foreign nationals attempt to gain citizenship by marrying U.S. citizens. In some cases, U.S. citizens participate in such marriages for financial gain, later obtaining a divorce. The sole purpose of these marriages is to acquire U.S. citizenship.
According to the Trump administration, foreign nationals found involved in such fraud could face substantial fines and deportation. Furthermore, USCIS has appealed to the general public to report such cases to facilitate action against perpetrators.
Warning from the U.S. Administration to Immigrants
The U.S. administration has issued a stern warning to immigrants residing in the United States, causing widespread concern among millions of immigrant citizens. The U.S. government department shared this information via a post on its official social media account.
The post stated, "Even after visa issuance, the U.S. government continues to monitor visa holders. To ensure compliance with all U.S. laws and immigration regulations, we conduct continuous checks. If a visa holder violates U.S. immigration rules and laws, we will revoke their visa and deport them."
Under the new guidelines, immigrant citizens who have obtained visas to work and reside in the United States will remain under U.S. administration surveillance. This policy signals the U.S. government's intention to take strict action against illegal immigrants and those involved in marriage fraud, hopefully reducing future instances of illegal immigration and immigration fraud.
The Threat of Permanent Visa Monitoring in the U.S.
This warning from the U.S. government has alerted all immigrants residing in the United States. Visa holders must now understand that tracking and monitoring will continue after visa issuance. If a visa holder violates U.S. immigration regulations, the possibility of arrest and deportation cannot be ignored.
