WATCH: What Every Muslim Should Know Before Traveling Internationally, Webinar by CAIR-Chicago
Traveling soon?
CAIR-Chicago hosted a webinar on changing regulations for every Muslim to know critical info before traveling internationally.
Whether you’re a U.S. citizen, nonimmigrant visa holder, green card holder, or a Palestinian/allied activist, this event covered what you need to stay prepared.
Follow CAIR-Chicago as we aim to provide the most up-to-date and vital travel information, as well as resources to help our community during these dubious times.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Many people are not aware that rules change at the port of entry (border, airport).
There, Customs and Border Patrol Agents can search your devices without a warrant.
It is smart to travel with an alternate device if you are worried or hold sensitive materials on your phone.
Under this 2nd Trump administration, issues regarding immigrants are far worse than when he was first president, especially when it comes to coercive strategies from immigration.
CAIR-Chicago Legal Director Heena Musabji explains that oftentimes lawful permanent residents, green card holders are pressured to sign what's called an I-407 which is an abandonment of your lawful permanent resident status.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) disproportionately targets Muslims with invasive questioning and heightened scrutiny when traveling.
CAIR-Chicago Civil rights advocates warn that these practices may violate constitutional rights and contribute to systemic Islamophobia at the border.