India, April 5 -- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested Hamideh Soleimani Afshar and her unnamed daughter in Los Angeles on Friday after the State Department revoked their green cards, claiming the two are the niece and grand-niece of slain Iranian General Qassem Soleimani. Secretary of State Marco Rubio described Afshar as a public supporter of the Iranian regime who "celebrated attacks on Americans." The Soleimani family flatly denies any connection.

Who Is Hamideh Soleimani Afshar?

Hamideh Soleimani Afshar is an Iranian national who, according to the U.S. State Department, had been living in Los Angeles for several years as a lawful permanent resident - a green card holder. The State Department claims she is the niece of ...