Homeland Security Decides to Deport Ansar Mahmood
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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 2004-06-30 21:54
The Department of Homeland Security has decided to reject Ansar Mahmood's request for deferred action status, meaning that he will be deported from the country (background).
Despite large showings of public support, William Cleary, the northeast Field Director of Homeland Security sent a letter to Ansar saying that his request for deferred action was rejected because, "by law, your conviction has defined you as an 'aggravated felon' and your removal is in the best interests of national security."
(letter, commentary)
A peaceful vigil to recognize Ansar Mahmood's struggle to stay in America is happening Thursday, July 1st 9pm at the Batavia INS Detention Facility