Roland Beainy, a Lebanese national and co-owner of the Trump-themed fast-food chain ‘Trump Burger’ in Texas, is facing deportation after being arrested by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in May. He is currently out on bond and awaiting immigration proceedings.
Who is Roland Beainy?
Roland Mehrez Beainy, 28, was arrested on May 16, 2025, by ICE agents after overstaying his non-immigrant visa. According to ICE, Beainy entered the United States in 2019 and was supposed to leave by February 12, 2024.
Officials confirmed he had no valid immigration benefits and had falsely claimed to hold a green card. Despite applying for legal status in 2021 through a woman claiming to be his wife, US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) found no credible evidence of a legitimate marriage.
On June 13, an immigration judge granted Beainy bond, allowing his temporary release as his deportation proceedings continue. His next court hearing is scheduled for November 18, 2025.
Beainy is also embroiled in several lawsuits related to his restaurant ventures. He holds a 50 percent stake in Trump Burger, which has four locations in Texas: Bay City, Bellville, Flatonia, and Houston.
He purchased his share from Iyad Abuelhawa (aka Eddie Hawa), the original founder of Trump Burger. However, Beainy is currently suing Hawa, claiming ownership rights, while Hawa has countersued, disputing any signed agreement and seeking $1 million in damages.
Additionally, court records show a dispute between the Trump Burger Kemah location and its landlord, with references to Beainy’s ICE detention in the filings.
ICE has previously stated that Beainy’s arrest is part of its broader effort to hold individuals accountable for violating US immigration laws, regardless of their political affiliations or business status.
What is Trump burger?
Trump Burger has attracted attention for its branding, featuring menu items like the “Trump Tower” burger and “Melania Crispy Chicken,” along with campaign-style decor and burger buns stamped with “TRUMP.”
The chain went viral earlier this year due to a social media campaign involving “chicken taco” comments. Despite its political theme, the Trump Burger chain is not affiliated with the Trump Organisation or the White House.
The Fayette County Record reported that a cease-and-desist letter was issued to the restaurant’s owners, warning them against unauthorised use of the Trump name and branding.