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The Murder of Laken Riley

The Daily

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Political Exploitation of Tragedy

This chapter explores the national consequences of Lakin Riley's death, illustrating how it has been manipulated by political narratives in the wake of the 2020 presidential campaign. It highlights the misuse of this specific incident to strengthen arguments against illegal immigration and critiques the portrayal of undocumented immigrants. The discussion also emphasizes the emotional complexities and broader implications of immigration policy shaped by anecdotal cases amidst more nuanced statistics.

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