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.

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    32 months ago

    What excuse will you use when they start deporting criminals that are 100% US citizens? Will you use the excuse that “Hey, they are criminals”.

    What excuse will you use when they start deporting media members, podcasters and social media influencers? Will you use the excuse, “Well they shouldn’t be talking shit on America?”

    What excuse will we use for you?

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      12 months ago

      What excuse? Why would I complain about living in the USA? If you think this country is so horrible to live in, move to Afghanistan. Or even Palestine. Oh wait …

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        32 months ago

        Fuck you. Trans people are moving because of what’s happening. Just fuck right off with your bullshit.

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          12 months ago

          They’re moving because they’re not receiving special treatment anymore. And why should they. Perhaps move to an Arab country, maybe they’ll accept them. Oh wait…

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            22 months ago

            What the actual fuck? Trans people get bullshit from people like you. They are not getting “special treatment”. Fuck off.

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                  12 months 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.