Duke's Khaman Maluach Faces Deportation After Rubio's Visa Revocation Plans

Following Duke Blue Devils' heartbreaking loss to Houston in the Final Four, the team is facing another serious challenge: the potential deportation of freshman center Khaman Maluach. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced actions to revoke visas held by South Sudanese passport holders, citing the failure of South Sudan's transitional government to accept repatriated citizens. This announcement raises concerns for Maluach, who was previously granted 'Temporary Protected Status' under the Biden administration, set to expire in May. Duke University initially declined to comment on the situation but later acknowledged awareness of the announcement and stated they are investigating the implications for their students. As the political tensions escalate, the university's athletic department is actively looking into the matter. The circumstances surrounding Maluach's visa status reflect broader issues of immigration policy impacting student-athletes.