In a move that perfectly exemplifies the callous disregard for human dignity that defined his presidency, Donald Trump's administration has taken yet another shit-covered sledgehammer to America's immigration system. The revocation of restrictions preventing ICE from conducting raids in sensitive locations like schools, hospitals, and churches isn't just policy - it's psychological warfare against immigrant communities.
The Death of Sanctuary Spaces
The concept of sanctuary spaces has deep historical roots in human civilization. Churches, schools, and hospitals have traditionally been respected as places of refuge and safety. But Trump's America has no room for such humanitarian considerations. "When Mexico sends its people, they're not sending their best," Trump infamously declared in 2015, setting the tone for what would become a sustained assault on immigrant dignity.
The removal of these vital protections has sent shockwaves through immigrant communities and drawn fierce criticism frβ¦
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