Korean PhD student likely at Arizona ICE facility after being detained at SFO last week, lawyers say

Will Kim, a green card holder and PhD student, was detained last week at San Francisco International Airport and is likely being held at an ICE facility in Arizona. His lawyers have stated that no reason has been provided for his detention, which raises concerns among supporters and advocates. Kim, who immigrated from South Korea at the age of five, is researching a Lyme disease vaccine at Texas A&M University. His detention reflects broader issues within immigration enforcement practices affecting students and researchers. Advocates emphasize the need for transparency in his case and the importance of protecting the rights of international students.

The situation has sparked discussions about the implications of immigration policy on education and research. Local supporters are mobilizing to provide assistance and raise awareness of Kim's plight. This case underscores the intersection of immigration and academia in the current political climate.