UK Subs Band Members Deported from U.S. Following Detention at LAX

The British punk band members were denied entry over visa issues and unspecified reasons, raising questions about heightened U.S. border enforcement under the Trump administration.

• Three UK Subs members, including bassist Alvin Gibbs, were detained for over 25 hours at LAX and later deported to the UK.
• U.S. officials cited incorrect visas and an undisclosed issue as reasons for denying entry to the musicians.
• Vocalist Charlie Harper was the only band member allowed entry and performed at a Los Angeles punk festival with stand-in musicians.
• The incident has fueled concerns about increased scrutiny at U.S. borders, with speculation about political motivations due to the band's criticism of Donald Trump.
• The UK Foreign Office and German foreign ministry have updated travel advisories, warning citizens of potential detentions at U.S. borders.

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