Trump's Immigration Strategy Sparks Controversy and Economic Concerns

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Trump's Immigration Strategy Sparks Controversy and Economic Concerns
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President-elect Donald Trump plans to invoke the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to target and deport migrant criminal networks, claiming it provides significant authority to bypass the immigration court system. Legal experts argue that using the law, which was historically applied during declared wars, could face legal challenges as it may not apply to current circumstances. The act has a controversial history, having been used during World War II to intern nationals from enemy countries, and its potential use today raises concerns about discrimination and due process.

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