Immigration & Visa

Indian Jazz musician Pritesh Walia released from ICE custody after 14 days: 'When you are sitting in a detention facility, the world feels very small'

Times Bay AreaPublished August 17, 2026Updated August 17, 2026English

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Indian Jazz musician Pritesh Walia released from ICE custody after 14 days: 'When you are sitting in a detention facility, the world feels very small' — Photo: The Times of India — view original

Jazz musician Pritesh Walia has been released from ICE custody, shedding light on the challenges faced by international artists navigating the U.S. immigration system.

Source: The Times of India. Summary and artwork credited to the original publisher.