Urgent: Indian Woman Detained by ICE During Green Card Interview
UPDATE: In a shocking turn of events, Bubbly Kaur, a 60-year-old woman who has lived in the United States for over 30 years, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during her Green Card interview on December 1, 2025, in Long Beach, California. This alarming incident has sparked outrage among family members and immigrant rights advocates, raising critical questions about immigration procedures.
During a routine appointment for a biometric scan, Kaur was unexpectedly taken into custody by ICE agents without any prior warning. Her daughter, Joti Kaur, described the experience as “deeply traumatic,” revealing that her mother was removed from the building and placed in a van, handcuffed and shackled. “She was very scared,” Joti said. “They put her into a van full of men, with her hands and feet chained.”
The family faced hours of uncertainty following the detention, with no clear information about Kaur’s location provided by ICE. Reports suggest she may have been taken to facilities in either Santa Ana or Los Angeles, adding to the family’s distress.
This incident has ignited a fierce debate regarding the treatment of individuals during immigration procedures, especially those with no criminal records. Advocates argue that such actions could deter migrants from pursuing legal pathways to residency. Local officials have expressed alarm over the implications for community trust in immigration processes.
Long Beach Congressman Robert Garcia condemned the detention publicly, stating, “We’re going to do everything possible to bring her home.” His office is actively supporting the family during this ordeal. Garcia emphasized that cases like Kaur’s instill fear in working-class immigrant communities.
Bubbly Kaur, originally from India, arrived in the U.S. in 1994 and has been a vital part of her community, running the restaurant Natraj Cuisine of India and Nepal with her husband until the COVID-19 pandemic impacted their business. Her long-standing presence in the country highlights the human cost of such immigration enforcement actions.
As the situation develops, Kaur’s family continues to advocate for her release. They are demanding transparency from ICE and immediate answers regarding her legal status. With public scrutiny mounting in Southern California, this case exemplifies the urgent need for reform in immigration enforcement protocols.
Watch for updates on Bubbly Kaur’s case as community support grows and pressure mounts on local officials to act. This incident raises significant concerns about the safety and rights of immigrants navigating the U.S. immigration system.
