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Termination of Permanent Resident Status for Iranian Regime Supporters

April 4 – April 4, 2026

Where Things Stand

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has revoked the permanent resident status of Qassem Soleimani’s niece and grandniece. Federal agents arrested the two women in Los Angeles, and they are now in ICE custody. This move marks a shift toward deporting individuals with ties to the Iranian government who live in the United States.

Key Statements

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US federal agents arrested the niece and grandniece of Qassem Soleimani in Los Angeles after Secretary of State Marco Rubio revoked their lawful permanent resident status.

This confirms the specific enforcement action taken against relatives of the Iranian general.

News

Family Members Of Slain Iranian General Arrested, U.S. Legal Status Revoked

dailywire.com logoThe Daily WireRight

US authorities arrest relatives of late Iranian military commander who were living in Los Angeles

theguardian.com logoThe GuardianCenter Left

US Arrests Niece of Late Iranian General Soleimani

bloomberg.com logoBloomberg BusinessCenter Left

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