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The episode has become a flashpoint in the 2026 political landscape, highlighting how immigration—and especially discourse around deportation and citizenship—remains one of the most contentious and polarizing issues in American politics. Supporters of Trump’s position argue for stringent enforcement and crackdowns on perceived illegal activity, while opponents warn that targeting a U.S. representative — particularly one born abroad and from a religious minority — veers into dangerous territory that undermines democratic norms and civil rights protections.
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