Muhammad Zahid Chaudhry was detained by ICE on August 21, 2025, immediately after completing his U.S. citizenship interview in Tukwila, Washington. He remained in custody for approximately 124 days until a federal judge ordered his release on December 22, 2025, citing serious due process violations during his detention.
Key Details:
- Detention duration: 124 days, from August 21 to December 22, 2025.
- Reason for detention: Subject to a longstanding final order of removal due to alleged immigration fraud and misrepresentation.
- Allegations included failure to disclose a prior criminal conviction in Australia and misrepresentation on U.S. immigration applications.
- Judge David G. Estudillo ruled the detention unlawful, highlighting inadequate medical care and lack of proper notice.
Chaudhry’s case raises significant concerns about the treatment of immigrants in the citizenship process and the implications of due process rights. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: @jedi_hodler