DHS ends deportation protections for Afghans
Refugees from Afghanistan previously granted temporary protected status may now be forced to return to a region many feel is unsafe.
By Riley Ceder
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Afghans who helped US fight Taliban left in limbo by Trump policy
Many are now left stranded in Albania, Pakistan and Qatar awaiting transfer to the U.S. Others remain in hiding from the Taliban in Afghanistan.
Feds drop charges against Afghan soldier seeking asylum in US
After months of publicity and a bipartisan congressional effort to request a pardon from the president, Abdul Wasi Safi could be set free.
By Allison P. Erickson, The Texas Tribune
Afghan soldier seeking asylum in US remains jailed after border arrest
Abdul Wasi Safi, a former officer in the Afghan National Security Forces, was arrested at the U.S. southern border after fleeing the Taliban.
Afghan war orphan remains with Marine accused of abduction
“When I first heard their story, I thought there must be something lost in translation — how could this be true?”
By Claire Galofaro and Juliet Linderman
Afghan refugees in US face uncertainty as legislation stalls
The Afghan Adjustment Act would allow Afghans who came to the U.S. during the Afghanistan evacuation to be re-vetted and apply for a permanent status.
DoD estimates $260M to repair bases after hosting Afghan refugees
A review found some bases sought reimbursement for damage not related to Operation Allies Welcome.
Afghan refugee bill sidelined again, dashing advocates’ hopes
Supporters fear they have missed their last chance for legislative help this year.
Veterans urge Congress to pass the Afghan Adjustment Act
The Afghan Adjustment Act would allow Afghans who came to the U.S. during the Afghanistan evacuation to be re-vetted and apply for a permanent status.
By Chris Purdy
Afghan soldier sought asylum in U.S. and was arrested at Texas border
After risking his life to fight alongside U.S. troops and a harrowing journey to escape the Taliban only to be arrested at the Texas border.
By Allison P. Erickson
A-10C pilot earns top flying award for combat successes in Afghanistan
"The A-10 community is filled with incredible people doing exceptional things in an exceptional aircraft," Maj. Kyle Adkison said.
‘Accountability’ Marine vet tells his ‘side of the story’ in new book
Here's what he had to say.
By Todd South