FBI Stops Indian-Origin Malaysian CEO at Miami Airport Despite O-1 Visa: A Growing Concern for Immigrants
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Vishen Lakhiani, the CEO of Mindvalley, an American company with global operations, took to Instagram to share his shocking experience of being stopped and questioned by the FBI at Miami airport despite holding an O-1 visa. This visa is reserved for individuals with extraordinary talent. Lakhiani, who has been a long-time resident in the US, claimed that he was forced to provide his WhatsApp number and social media profiles during the interrogation. He expressed his frustration and disappointment, stating that such incidents are becoming increasingly common under current circumstances. In his post, Lakhiani mentioned, 'I really can't wait for the next election because what's happening in America right now is insane. The fearmongering, the xenophobia, the blaming of immigrants by politicians with no ideas on how to truly make a country great.' He also added that he is the CEO of an American company with 230 employees globally and has been paying American taxes for 22 years. The incident has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many users expressing their support for Lakhiani and condemning the treatment he received. Some users pointed out that racial profiling is a real issue in the US, while others praised Lakhiani for speaking out against the incident. Lakhiani's experience is not an isolated incident. Born to Indian parents in Malaysia, he is a motivational speaker and the founder of Mindvalley. He has spoken publicly about how meditation transformed his life and career. However, his recent experience has left him and many others concerned about the growing trend of targeting immigrants in the US. As the US continues to grapple with immigration policies, incidents like Lakhiani's serve as a reminder of the need for greater understanding and respect for individuals from diverse backgrounds. HT.com has reached out to Vishen Lakhiani for a comment, and this report will be updated when he responds.
