TXT’s Soobin Reportedly Linked to Major US Immigration Raid Detaining Koreans
TXT’s Soobin is facing major controversy after a netizen tried to get him deported in the US. Just before TXT’s first-ever US concert, someone anonymously claimed Soobin was undocumented, submitting a tip-off to ICE. The post accused him of being in the country illegally.
Though the original tweet was deleted, screenshots spread fast, sparking fan wars and inspiring copycats online.
The timing is sensitive. Earlier this month, ICE raided a Hyundai plant in Georgia after a tip about “unlawful practices.” Over 300 South Korean workers were detained — many legally allowed to work in the US.
Authorities reportedly violated laws by detaining people without proper warrants or checking citizenship status, including some US citizens.
Many fans and commenters say the deportation claim against Soobin crosses a dangerous line beyond typical fan rivalries. They call it a hate crime, weaponizing immigration enforcement against K-pop idols.
Twitter users directly criticized such actions:
“Ya’ll brain-rotted Kpop stans deserve the hottest hell for weaponizing ICE in the name of your fuckass fanwars. Families are being separated, innocent people are being kidnapped off the street by the ICE Gestapo & you’re here being a brain-dead tool for FASCISTS. FUCK YOU ALL.”
— GraceSea
“so what we’re not going to do is turn a literal hate crime into a petty fan war. that’s a deranged individual that has issues completely separate from what dancing and singing men they’re a fan of ”
— soph ₊ ｡ ꕤ ˚ ⊹
“yall are so weird and disgusting it was never that fucking serious and i hope ppl who are doing this get help bc why are we bringing fanwars into real life threatening events????”
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Here’s a sample of the posts that sparked the drama:
Got word that Soobin from txt was in California. Let’s just say… the situation will be dealt with accordingly ICE check your inbox since moas want to try bts pic.twitter.com/lcVwK9d0Ef
— Alex¹⁺⁴ (@bangzsleuth) September 9, 2025
Despite attempts to downplay it as a joke, fans and critics agree the incident highlights serious real-world consequences.
The controversy is still unfolding as TXT prepares to perform on US soil amid rising tensions around immigration enforcement.
Related Tweets
yall are so fucking tired this is why nobody likes stays stays continue to be weirdos who range from 6 year olds, unloved 17 year olds an 47 year old hags enough is enough of your asses pic.twitter.com/Td2apeD45X
— choi beomgyu (@cuntytyunning) September 9, 2025
Stay tuned for updates as this situation develops.