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Ocasio-Cortez Clashes with Trump Official Over Immigration Webinar

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez mocks claims from Trump’s border czar that her civil rights webinar could lead to legal repercussions.

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Homan expressed dissatisfaction with the pace of ICE enforcement.
Tom Homan Targets AOC
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Homan reacted to AOC's webinar by calling on the Department of Justice to launch an investigation into the congresswoman.
Border czar Tom Homan says AOC could be in trouble for advising illegal aliens how to deal with ICE, calls for investigation
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If your so-called law enforcement activity is hampered by people actually knowing the law, that’s not a good sign.
AOC brushes off Tom Homan’s warning about ‘trouble’ over her immigration rights webinar
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Homan’s suggestion that informing constituents of their liberties is a form of “impediment” or obstruction, even if it does not lead to federal charges, signals that the Trump administration is willing to threaten its opponents with prosecutions over policy disagreements.
Trump border czar claims AOC could "be in trouble" for informing immigrants of their rights
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Updated: Feb 15th, 2025, 3:44 PM ET

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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez responds to comments from border czar Tom Homan, who suggested she might face legal consequences for hosting a ‘know your rights’ webinar for immigrants. Homan's concern centers on whether advising immigrants about their rights impedes law enforcement. Ocasio-Cortez dismissed Homan’s threats, emphasizing that educating people about their constitutional rights is vital. Her webinar included legal advice for undocumented immigrants, affirming their rights when confronted by ICE agents. The clash exemplifies the ongoing tensions between the Trump administration's immigration policies and advocates for immigrant rights.

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