The Vermont Senate has passed a resolution expressing strong objection to the arrest and detention of Mohsen Mahdawi, a long-time U.S. permanent resident. On April 14, 2025, Mahdawi was apprehended by armed immigration authorities at the U.S. immigration office in Colchester, where he believed he was attending a final interview for U.S. citizenship. Instead of proceeding with the interview, he was arrested without being informed of his destination or the reasons for his detention. This incident has drawn criticism from Vermont's federal legislators, who have labeled the actions of the immigration authorities as immoral, inhumane, and illegal.

The resolution calls for Mahdawi to be granted due process and released immediately from detention. It reflects a collective stance from the Vermont Senate, advocating for the protection of individual rights and due process under the law. Additionally, the resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to send copies to key officials, including the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security and the Vermont Congressional Delegation, to ensure that the concerns raised are formally communicated to the relevant authorities.