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A law from the era of Red Scares is supercharging Trump administration’s power over immigrants and noncitizens

A 1952 law that President Harry S. Truman opposed, calling it a step backward, now underpins many actions by the Trump administration against...

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The Conversation

Daniel Tichenor

Trump is using the Alien Enemies Act to deport immigrants – but the 18th-century law has been invoked only during times of war

The Alien Enemies Act, first used in the late 1700s, was last invoked during World War II.

18.03.2025 10

The Conversation

Daniel Tichenor

The 18th-Century Law Trump Says He’ll Use For Mass Deportations Has Only Been Invoked During Times Of War

This article is part of TPM Cafe, TPM’s home for opinion and news analysis. It was originally published at The Conversation. President-elect Donald...

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Talking Points Memo

Daniel Tichenor