Who is Cui Lijie? ICE arrests Chinese billionaire and casino tycoon at Saipan airport | Hindustan Times
Cui Lijie, a Chinese billionaire and former casino owner in Saipan, was arrested by ICE for unspecified immigration violations.Summary
Cui Lijie, 68, a Chinese investor and principal owner of the now-defunct Imperial Pacific International casino in Saipan, was arrested by ICE on Tuesday at Saipan airport for alleged immigration violations. She is currently held at the Department of Corrections facility in Susupe. The arrest comes amid increased efforts by the Trump administration to detain and deport undocumented immigrants. Cui and her son previously made their fortune in Macau before investing in the opulent Imperial Pacific Palace casino in Saipan, a project that faced scrutiny over illegal employment practices, safety violations, and payments to local officials. The casino ceased operations in 2020, and the company filed for bankruptcy in 2024. Cui’s arrest raises questions about Saipan’s immigration policies, particularly regarding E-2C investor visas.
(Source：Hindustan Times)