Visa & Immigration

Indian Brothers Detained by ICE Following USCIS Interview in San Jose

Visa & Immigration desk
NRI HeraldJuly 21, 2026
3 min read
ICE officers detain Indian brothers after USCIS interview in San Jose.

The brothers, whose names have not been released, were attending a Refugee/Asylee Family Petition interview at the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services office in San Jose when they were detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers.

The detention occurred on July 21, 2026, following the conclusion of the interview. Details about the specific grounds for their arrest or their immigration status prior to the interview have not been disclosed by authorities.

Family members and advocates have expressed concern over the detention, noting that the brothers had complied with USCIS procedures. The case has drawn attention to the risks faced by asylum seekers and their families during immigration processes.

ICE has not issued a public statement regarding the detention. The brothers remain in custody pending further proceedings, according to sources familiar with the case.

Visa & Immigration desk · July 21, 2026
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