LAS VEGAS (TNVC News) — Secretary of State Marco Rubio is wasting no time putting America First by revoking the green cards and visas of Iranian nationals tied to the hostile Tehran regime. In the latest action reported April 13, 2026, federal immigration officers arrested and detained three relatives of Masoumeh Ebtekar — the infamous “Screaming Mary” who served as English-speaking propagandist for the Iranian militants who held 52 Americans hostage for 444 days during the 1979 Tehran embassy crisis.
Ebtekar’s son, Seyed Eissa Hashemi, his wife Maryam Tahmasebi, and their son had their lawful permanent resident status terminated by Secretary Rubio. The family, who entered the U.S. on student visas in 2014 and received green cards in 2016, now faces deportation after living here for years. Rubio made clear why: “America can never become home for anti-American terrorists or their families.” The State Department highlighted Ebtekar’s role in crafting propaganda that falsely portrayed humane treatment of American hostages while they endured blindfolds, solitary confinement, starvation, beatings, and mock executions.
This move fits a clear and necessary pattern under President Trump and Secretary Rubio. The administration has already revoked green cards from relatives of slain IRGC commander Qasem Soleimani — including his niece and grand-niece who lived a lavish lifestyle in Los Angeles while publicly celebrating attacks on Americans and calling the U.S. the “Great Satan.” Other actions have targeted family members of former Iranian officials and regime-linked figures. Reports indicate the effort could extend to reviewing up to 4,000 visas held by Iranian elites, ensuring our country no longer serves as a safe haven for those who support a terrorist regime that chants “Death to America” and threatens our allies.
For faith-based, pro-family, pro-life conservatives who cherish national sovereignty and the God-given right to live in peace, this is long-overdue common sense. The radical left spent years opening doors to individuals whose loyalties lie with regimes that oppress women, execute dissidents, persecute Christians and Jews, and export terror. Under previous administrations, such figures enjoyed the extraordinary privileges of American life while their relatives back home funded proxies that kill U.S. service members and threaten Israel — our closest democratic ally in the region.
Our Constitutional Republic was never meant to welcome enemies of liberty under the guise of “diversity.” True compassion and justice demand that we protect American citizens and lawful immigrants who embrace our values of self-reliance, religious freedom, and respect for life. Revoking status from regime propagandists and their families sends a powerful message: entry into this exceptional nation is a privilege earned through loyalty to America, not a right granted to those who glorify hostage-taking and jihad.
We understand the importance of secure borders and vigilant foreign policy. President Trump’s leadership, paired with Rubio’s decisive action at the State Department, is restoring the principle that America’s immigration system must serve our national interest — keeping out those who wish us harm while welcoming those who contribute and assimilate.
This cleaning house strengthens our homeland security at a critical time. It reaffirms that America remains the world’s last best hope for freedom — a beacon that shines brightest when we refuse to subsidize our adversaries with American hospitality. Families of faith can rest easier knowing leaders are finally prioritizing the safety of our communities over globalist appeasement.
Pray for the continued wisdom and resolve of our administration as they defend the Republic against real threats, both foreign and domestic.
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