They fought for the U.S. in Afghanistan. Now they worry about losing their green cards
- Posted on August 15, 2026
- By NPR
- 1 Views
- 1 min read
In brief
Afghan nationals who served alongside American forces during the two-decade conflict face uncertain immigration futures as political pressures mount. Despite their service contributions and sacrifice, visa holders worry about potential deportation policies. Their stories highlight the complex intersection of military alliances, humanitarian obligations, and immigration policy in post-withdrawal America.
Summary auto-generated by AI from the original publisher's content. Editorial standards.
They fought for the U.S. in Afghanistan. Now they worry about losing their green cards
When the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan five years ago, thousands of Afghans who helped U.S. troops were brought here to rebuild their lives. But now, some fear the U.S. may want to send them back.
