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Federal Judge Approves Controversial Immigrant Registry Amid Backlash

4/10/2025

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A federal judge has greenlit the Trump administration's controversial online registry for undocumented immigrants, set to launch Friday. This new rule compels individuals, even minors, to disclose personal information or risk hefty fines and imprisonment. Advocacy groups warn this could trigger mass deportations and criticize the absence of public consultation.

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A federal judge has greenlit the Trump administration's controversial online registry for undocumented immigrants, set to launch Friday. This new rule compels individuals, even minors, to disclose personal information or risk hefty fines and imprisonment. Advocacy groups warn this could trigger mass deportations and criticize the absence of public consultation.