U.S. Deports Ethiopian Man After Social Media Posts Praising Armed Militia and Urging Ethnic Violence Spark Federal Investigation and International Concern

U.S. immigration authorities deported Ethiopian national Solomon Bogale after investigators concluded that his online activities showed support for the Fano militia, an armed Amhara movement involved in conflicts in Ethiopia. Officials said his social media posts promoted violence and called for attacks against Tigrayans, which drew the attention of federal investigators and led to removal proceedings in immigration court.

Authorities stated that Bogale openly identified himself online as a member of the militia, and his immigration case was eventually dismissed by a judge in Baltimore, clearing the way for his deportation. U.S. officials said the action reflects increased scrutiny of foreign nationals who use online platforms to promote extremist violence or ethnic persecution.