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President Trump revoked an extension of Temporary Protective Status (TPS) for many people from Venezuela who fled violence, economic collapse, and repression.

TPS is a critical protection for the more than 600,000 Venezuelans who contribute to our communities and our economy.
Trump Officials Revoke Biden’s Extension of Protections for Venezuelans
The Biden administration had extended protections for more than 600,000 Venezuelans. The cancellation of the extension could open them up to deportation in the coming months.
www.nytimes.com
January 30, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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Our government last invoked the Alien Enemies Act of 1789 to justify the racist internment of thousands of Japanese-Americans during World War II.

We refuse to repeat history.
Trump Leans on WWII Japanese Incarceration Law to Deport Immigrants
The Alien Enemies Act provides sweeping powers to detain or deport foreign nationals. It’s ripe for abuse, experts say.
theintercept.com
January 30, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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Trump wants to distract you from the fact that he gutted the Aviation Safety Committee and ousted the FAA administrator last week.

Don’t let him.
January 30, 2025 at 9:54 PM