英国一评论员因批以言论在美被吊销签证并逮捕

Core Viewpoint - British political commentator Sami Hamdi was arrested in the U.S. after his visa was revoked due to his critical remarks about Israel during a speaking tour [1][2]. Group 1: Arrest and Visa Revocation - Hamdi entered the U.S. on October 19 for a speaking tour and had his visa revoked by the State Department on October 24 after multiple warnings regarding his comments on the Middle East [1]. - He was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at San Francisco International Airport on October 26, just before a scheduled speech in Florida [1][2]. Group 2: Reactions and Implications - The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) stated that Hamdi's arrest was clearly linked to his public criticism of the Israeli government during his tour [2]. - CAIR has called for Hamdi's immediate release, highlighting that he has been unable to meet with a lawyer or receive consular assistance, effectively isolating him from the outside world [2]. - A senior U.S. official indicated that Hamdi's arrest was related to his previous statements about the Middle East, although specific comments were not disclosed by the Department of Homeland Security or ICE [2]. Group 3: Broader Context of U.S. Immigration Policy - The U.S. government has intensified scrutiny of visa holders, reviewing approximately 55 million individuals with valid U.S. visas, with potential revocation or deportation for those found in violation [3]. - The review process now includes considerations of involvement in "anti-American activities," leading to the expulsion of certain foreign officials and the denial of visa applications for Palestinian officials [3].