Australian woman visiting US Service-husband in Honolulu detained with murderers for her clothes and tattoos! Can you smell the FREEDOM!?

[Belk]

Yes. Really. I provided as much evidence as the article.

 

[Vambram]

Not the norm, but definitely something which happens and should not.

The German Foreign Office informed the outlet that it was involved in Pohl and Lepere’s case and provided consular support following their experience.

The office also stated that what happened to the girls should serve as a reminder to travelers that having an ESTA — which allows citizens of certain countries to travel to the US without a visa for short stays — does not guarantee entry into the United States. The decision to allow travelers into the US is always left to the discretion of CBP agents.

 

[Vambram]

Probably busy not abandoning his post.

If I was him, I would have scheduled at least a couple of days of paid leave. I know that is exactly what I would have done when I was active duty military.

 

[Oompa Loompa]

Legit news source vs. rando on the Internet. Yeah, I think the weight of that goes for the news source.

Right now, the randos on the internet have a better track record of factual reporting.

 

[Oompa Loompa]

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But of course, one simply cannot recall a single occasion in the annals of human history where our esteemed liberal media establishment has ever leapt with unbridled enthusiasm upon a sensational narrative, only for the tiresome burden of facts to later reveal their utter and complete misapprehension. Take, for instance, the utterly unheard-of episode in 2019, when young Master Nick Sandmann was so scandalously accused of mocking Native Americans at the Lincoln Memorial. Perish the thought! Such a blunder would be wholly inconceivable, given the media’s unblemished record of flawless accuracy and unimpeachable integrity—particularly when reporting on matters pertaining to President Trump, his policies, or the MAGA movement. Truly, how absurd of me to harbour even the faintest shred of skepticism towards our paragons of journalistic virtue.

 

[BCP1928]

But of course, one simply cannot recall a single occasion in the annals of human history where our esteemed liberal media establishment has ever leapt with unbridled enthusiasm upon a sensational narrative, only for the tiresome burden of facts to later reveal their utter and complete misapprehension. Take, for instance, the utterly unheard-of episode in 2019, when young Master Nick Sandmann was so scandalously accused of mocking Native Americans at the Lincoln Memorial. Perish the thought! Such a blunder would be wholly inconceivable, given the media’s unblemished record of flawless accuracy and unimpeachable integrity—particularly when reporting on matters pertaining to President Trump, his policies, or the MAGA movement. Truly, how absurd of me to harbour even the faintest shred of skepticism towards our paragons of journalistic virtue.

At least they didn't fall for the story of the pet-eating Haitians.

 

[Oompa Loompa]

At least they didn't fall for the story of the pet-eating Haitians.

But naturally! This serves as yet another shining example that underscores my argument. Clearly, it would behoove us all to refrain from unquestioningly accepting every unfounded, sensationalist article simply because it conveniently aligns with our favored worldview.

 

[Belk]

But of course, one simply cannot recall a single occasion in the annals of human history where our esteemed liberal media establishment has ever leapt with unbridled enthusiasm upon a sensational narrative, only for the tiresome burden of facts to later reveal their utter and complete misapprehension. Take, for instance, the utterly unheard-of episode in 2019, when young Master Nick Sandmann was so scandalously accused of mocking Native Americans at the Lincoln Memorial. Perish the thought! Such a blunder would be wholly inconceivable, given the media’s unblemished record of flawless accuracy and unimpeachable integrity—particularly when reporting on matters pertaining to President Trump, his policies, or the MAGA movement. Truly, how absurd of me to harbour even the faintest shred of skepticism towards our paragons of journalistic virtue.

 

[Bradskii]

Charges such as obstruction or battery of a law enforcement officer are arrestable offenses and may explain the reason for her arrest.

She wasn't arrested and wasn't charged with anything. You're making things up.

 

[Oompa Loompa]

She wasn't arrested and wasn't charged with anything. You're making things up.

I believe I have contributed just as much to the conversation as others, including referencing the article shared by the original poster.

 

[Bradskii]

I believe I have contributed just as much to the conversation as others, including referencing the article shared by the original poster.

What you have done is to say that this is something that never should have happened. And then spent the rest of the time trying to excuse it, even suggesting that she'd done something to cause her arrest. Which is simply fantasy. She hadn't and she wasn't.

Why, when something is so obviously wrong it's always, 'Well that might be, but...' There's no need for a 'but'. If it sounds wrong, if it's shown to be wrong, if you know it's wrong, then just say it for crying out loud.

 

[Bradskii]

The office also stated that what happened to the girls should serve as a reminder to travelers that having an ESTA — which allows citizens of certain countries to travel to the US without a visa for short stays — does not guarantee entry into the United States. The decision to allow travelers into the US is always left to the discretion of CBP agents.

We have been constantly reminded in Australia that that is the case. And a lot of people are cancelling trips because of that. Including me. And it's not just the ESTA for short trips. The last time I went I had a five year visa that was given by the US embassy in Sydney. And there was paperwork to be submitted and a personal interview with an official. But that STILL wouldn't guaranty me entry now.

 

[Always in His Presence]

No link = no proof = no facts

 

[Oompa Loompa]

What you have done is to say that this is something that never should have happened. And then spent the rest of the time trying to excuse it, even suggesting that she'd done something to cause her arrest. Which is simply fantasy. She hadn't and she wasn't.

Why, when something is so obviously wrong it's always, 'Well that might be, but...' There's no need for a 'but'. If it sounds wrong, if it's shown to be wrong, if you know it's wrong, then just say it for crying out loud.

I would expect that someone as skeptical as you would appreciate the importance of evidence in any discussion. However, as I’ve mentioned before, it sometimes seems that the standard for evidence can be applied inconsistently. When information reflects poorly on Trump or conservatives, it often goes unquestioned, but when it concerns liberals—or especially if it casts Trump in a positive light—people are quick to demand, "Where is the evidence?"

 

[wing2000]

I believe I have contributed just as much to the conversation as others, including referencing the article shared by the original poster.

Yes, you've demonstrated your naive fiath in ICE agents not to abuse their authority.

 

[Bradskii]

I would expect that someone as skeptical as you would appreciate the importance of evidence in any discussion.

My position is not the matter under consideration. Yours is. You said that it should never have happened but then try to excuse it. Even making up your own facts.

 

[Always in His Presence]

DO NOT HAVE TATOOS or TOO MANY CLOTHES!
An Australian woman trying to holiday in Honolulu to meet American husband (serving in US military) is detained for having "too many clothes". (See - this Einstein decided she was planning to overstay her visa! ;-) ) Her tattoos made them wonder if she was in a "gang". Strip searched, cavity searched, then detained overnight without a meal (just because she missed dinnertime), but with murderers, and sent back home to Australia. Over clothes and tattoos. Nope - no fascism here people! Nothing to see! Move along! Move along!

Oh good grief. This is the result of depending on YouTube as fact.

The Military news tells a different story.

1. She couldn’t remember her wedding date. Although she had been married four months earlier
2. She lied about her husbands status in the military,
3. She deleted over 1,000 messages before entering and had no explanation
4. She had no viable explanation for frequent trips

Soldier’s wife deported to Australia after detainment in Hawaii

Nicolle Saroukos, of Australia, was deported after being detained at an airport in Oahu, where she had landed to visit her husband, a U.S. soldier.

www.militarytimes.com

“If you attempt to enter the United States under false pretenses, there are consequences,” the DHS senior official told Military Times.

Has ZERO. To do with facism or any of the other left dog whistles

 

[Always in His Presence]

Yes, you've demonstrated your naive fiath in ICE agents not to abuse their authority.

Hint: it was NOT ICE. It was US Customs

Know your boogeyman

 

[trophy33]

Saroukos met her husband during a trip on Dec. 13, 2024, the same day her ex-partner left her, according to the official.

Saroukos and her husband spent eight days together before she returned to Australia on Dec. 21.

Saroukos then got married on January 24, 2025, after only knowing her husband for just over a month.

Soldier’s wife deported to Australia after detainment in Hawaii

Nicolle Saroukos, of Australia, was deported after being detained at an airport in Oahu, where she had landed to visit her husband, a U.S. soldier.

www.militarytimes.com

 

[Nithavela]

If I ever have to visit the USA, I'm not taking any smartphone or laptop with me. I don't want US customs to go through it and check my private chat apps for suspiciously deleted messages.