Attorney Detained, Phone Search, Political Intimidation?
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US citizen and Michigan-based attorney Amir Makled was detained by federal immigration agents at Detroit Metro Airport upon returning from a family vacation. Agents, described by Makled as having 'done their homework,' demanded access to his phone, citing no specific reason. Makled refused, highlighting the potential for privileged information. He believes his detainment, following his representation of a pro-Palestinian student protester, was politically motivated, aiming to intimidate him and others. Customs and Border Protection has not yet responded to NPR's request for comment.
US citizen and Michigan-based attorney Amir Makled was detained by federal immigration agents at Detroit Metro Airport upon returning from a family vacation. Agents, described by Makled as having 'done their homework,' demanded access to his phone, citing no specific reason. Makled refused, highlighting the potential for privileged information. He believes his detainment, following his representation of a pro-Palestinian student protester, was politically motivated, aiming to intimidate him and others. Customs and Border Protection has not yet responded to NPR's request for comment.
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