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They fought for the U.S. in Afghanistan. Now they worry about losing their green cards
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Ximena Bustillo , as published by Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News
· August 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on this situation are available from Texas Public Radio.
In San Antonio , a concern is growing 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 future.
Further details on this situation are available from Texas Public Radio. The worry stems from the possibility that the US may reconsider their status, potentially leading to their removal from the country. For more information, readers can refer to the original report from Texas Public Radio.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 15, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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