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Geraldo Rivera: Trump’s Immigration Retreat Hurts American Business

6/18/2025

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Geraldo Rivera slammed Donald Trump for backtracking on immigration raids, claiming he caved to the extreme views of adviser Stephen Miller. Rivera lamented the negative impact on American businesses and expressed deep disappointment, urging for a more compassionate approach to immigration that reflects true leadership.

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Historical Context

The 1979 Iranian Revolution led to the U.S. imposing sanctions after militants seized the American Embassy in Tehran. These sanctions, initially freezing $8.1 billion in assets, have intensified over the decades, particularly during the Trump administration's maximum pressure campaign. The ongoing tensions reflect historical grievances and complicate nuclear negotiations, echoing past U.S. strategies for regime change, notably during the Gulf War in 1991.

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Story summary

Geraldo Rivera slammed Donald Trump for backtracking on immigration raids, claiming he caved to the extreme views of adviser Stephen Miller. Rivera lamented the negative impact on American businesses and expressed deep disappointment, urging for a more compassionate approach to immigration that reflects true leadership.

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