August 15, 2024 at 4:21 am

His Wife Wants Him To Help Her Brother Get A Green Card, But He Doesn’t Think It’s The Smart Thing To Do For Their Family

by Matthew Gilligan

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This is a HUGE ask!

And after you read this story from Reddit’s “Am I the *******?” page, you’ll see what I’m talking about.

But enough about me!

Get moving and check out what this guy had to say…and see if you think he’s acting like a jerk.

AITA for refusing to sponsor my brother in law for a green card?

“I’m the sole breadwinner for my family of four: my wife, our three-year-old, and a ten-month-old.

His wife asked him for a BIG favor.

My wife recently asked if I could support his brother by filling out and signing Form I-864 (Affidavit of Support).

This legally binding document confirms a sponsor’s commitment to support an immigrant financially.

I said no because I cannot commit to such a thing, and I’m unwilling to lie about any document, especially one that deals with the law and immigration.

Hell no!

I feel bad, but I don’t make decisions based on feelings; I make decisions through data, possible outcomes, facts, and being realistic with myself and others involved.

My engineering brain can’t help it.

I’m an immigrant, but I was fortunate to have my green card and eventually became a citizen.

AITA for saying no?”

Here’s how Reddit users reacted.

This reader chimed in.

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Another Reddit user said he’s NTA.

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This individual agreed.

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Another person had a lot to say.

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And this reader said he shouldn’t do this.

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I don’t blame him one bit…

It’s a bit commitment!

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