KQED's Forum Immigration Reporter Nick Miroff on Trump’s Mass Deportation Campaign
Apr 1, 2025
Nick Miroff, a staff writer at The Atlantic specializing in immigration, sheds light on the chilling effects of the Trump administration's mass deportation campaign. He shares the story of a Turkish PhD student held by ICE and discusses the recent revocation of student visas targeting critics of Israel’s actions in Gaza. Miroff also reveals how immigration officials assess gang affiliations using tattoos, and he critiques the authoritarian tactics shaping these policies, exposing the vulnerabilities faced by immigrant communities.
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Wrongful Deportation
- Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland father with protected status, was mistakenly deported to an El Salvadoran prison.
- ICE defied a court order, claiming an administrative error but refusing his return.
Alien Enemies Act Concerns
- The Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act raises concerns about due process for immigrants.
- Critics argue this act allows deportation without proper legal proceedings.
Tattoos and Deportation
- ICE uses tattoos and clothing to identify alleged gang members for deportation.
- A point system based on these criteria determines removal under the Alien Enemies Act.