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

Fabian Schmidt, held in Boston despite legal residency, alleges mistreatment as Germany seeks clarity on U.S. immigration actions.

Three German citizens were recently detained in the U.S. upon attempting entry, with two already returning to Germany and one case still unresolved.
Fabian Schmidt, a German Green Card holder and long-term U.S. resident, has been in Boston detention for over a week under unclear circumstances.
Schmidt alleges mistreatment during detention, including verbal abuse, forced undressing, and being restrained while ill; these claims remain unverified.
The German Foreign Office is investigating whether these cases reflect isolated incidents or broader shifts in U.S. immigration policy, while staying in contact with Schmidt's family and U.S. authorities.
Germany may update its travel advisories for the U.S. based on findings, emphasizing the need for adherence to international human rights standards in detention practices.