Today, Explained Guantanamo’s other history
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Feb 10, 2025 
Jeffrey Kahn, a UC Davis anthropology professor, and Nick Miroff, an immigration reporter from The Washington Post, dive into the chilling history of migrant detention at Guantanamo Bay. They reveal how the Trump administration began relocating migrants to Gitmo, intensifying existing policies. Listeners hear about the complex legal landscape surrounding detainees and the grim legacy of U.S. immigration practices. Personal anecdotes shed light on the harrowing experiences of those seeking asylum, emphasizing the need for a humane approach to immigration.
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Trump's Order on Guantanamo
- Trump's order directs the DOD and DHS to use Guantanamo Bay to increase capacity for detaining "dangerous criminals" and other purposes.
- It also targets Venezuelan gang members and addresses capacity limitations within the US.
Detainee Profiles
- Detainees sent to Guantanamo are primarily Venezuelan males accused of being Tren de Aragua gang members.
- Limited information is available about their charges or convictions.
Guantanamo as a Legal Bypass
- Following Aristide's overthrow in 1991, thousands of Haitians fled to the US.
- The US government chose to detain them at Guantanamo Bay to avoid US court scrutiny of their asylum claims.