Top Trump official Stephen Miller’s recent declaration that anyone who “preaches hate for America” will face deportation has ignited alarm online, with critics warning the statement disregards First Amendment protections.

Social media users and legal analysts raised immediate concerns, pointing out that expressing dissent or criticism of the government is protected under the First Amendment. Some worried the administration was veering into authoritarian territory.

The backlash has reignited broader debates over the limits of free speech, especially as civil liberties fall under scrutiny. While immigration enforcement remains a core theme of President Donald Trump’s platform, critics are increasingly questioning whether rhetoric like Miller’s is a precursor to more aggressive suppression of dissent.

      • Hellsfire29@lemmy.world
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        3 days ago

        You’ve said enough ignorant things to justify why people didn’t come out to vote for Kamala. Perhaps if your party aligned more with the economy and border security, instead of lgbtq+ and abortion, maybe Harris would have won. Now you can watch ICE deport illegal citizens and visa violators and cry about it.