NewzCongressional Democrats said they are investigating the Trump administration's efforts to deport military service members and their families after The Associated Press found more than 50 active-duty troops’ spouses and parents have been detained by immigration authorities. military service alone does not automatically grant lawful immigration status, or exempt aliens from the consequences of violating U.S. immigration laws.”The VA did not immediately respond to a request for comment.In their letter, the Democrats provided an extensive list of questions to the agencies.
They said the apparent collaboration between DHS and the military to deport troops’ families “raises both ethical and legal concerns.”“Donald Trump is breaking our country’s promises to service members by tearing apart dozens of military families who were promised immigration protections,” Massachusetts Sen. “That’s just plain cruel, and it’s hurting our military readiness and morale.”Warren's office is leading the probe alongside Connecticut Sen. Tammy Duckworth and several House Democrats.The AP investigation found President Donald Trump's administration has rolled back protections for military families and departed from longstanding bipartisan consensus to carry out its mass deportation agenda.
Service members have been forced to take leave of their duties, including delaying deployment, to care for their children after their spouses were detained.The lawmakers pressed the administration on why military recruiters are still promoting immigration protections.Citing the AP's reporting, the lawmakers urged the Trump administration to restore polic…
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