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House Republicans Reject Amendment to Shield Citizens from Deportation

5/5/2025

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House Republicans turned down a Democratic amendment that sought to protect U.S. citizens from deportation by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Proposed by Representative Pramila Jayapal, the measure underscored the importance of safeguarding citizens from detention. This decision comes on the heels of President Trump's contentious proposal to deport convicted citizens to El Salvador.

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House Republicans turned down a Democratic amendment that sought to protect U.S. citizens from deportation by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Proposed by Representative Pramila Jayapal, the measure underscored the importance of safeguarding citizens from detention. This decision comes on the heels of President Trump's contentious proposal to deport convicted citizens to El Salvador.