The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a statement refuting claims made about Sunny Naqvi’s experience upon her arrival at O’Hare International Airport on March 5, 2026. DHS confirmed that Naqvi was referred for additional inspection by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers but was not detained or transferred to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Key Details:
- Arrival time: 10:21 a.m. on March 5, 2026.
- Duration of inspection: Naqvi departed CBP within 90 minutes of her arrival.
- Reason for secondary inspection: Law enforcement checks and baggage examination.
- No custody or detention by ICE occurred.
This clarification aims to address misinformation regarding the treatment of passengers entering the United States, ensuring transparency in the customs process.
Source: DHSgov