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They fought for the U.S. in Afghanistan. Now they worry about losing their green cards
Summary by The Woodlands Editorial Desk Ximena Bustillo, NPR , as published by Houston Public Media
· August 16, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on this situation are available from Houston Public Media.
In The Woodlands area, a concern is emerging among Afghans who assisted US troops. These individuals were relocated to the US after the withdrawal from Afghanistan five years ago. They had been brought to the US to start anew, but now some are expressing anxiety about their status.
Further details on this situation are available from Houston Public Media. The worry stems from uncertainty about their green cards, with some fearing possible removal from the US. For more information on this developing issue, readers can refer to the source.
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Category: local Published: August 16, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media Reading time: 1 min
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