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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    4 days ago

    This isn’t the rich guy circle. This is the dark enlightenment tech bro circle.

    I expect the rich guy circle to have access to the best information sources. Besides, the dark enlightenment circle will talk to them to have them on their side, so they know the details.

    These people don’t have to rely on newspapers. They can spend 10 million to have ten of the most brilliant people analyze the plan.

    Simple balkanization doesn’t make sense. I am sure that whatever is shown as the plan is false as long as I don’t see the path to prosperity for the rich guy circle.

    US democracy is formed under the influence of the rich guy circle. It is what they want to have. Why are they giving it away?

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      4 days ago

      Continuing to act as these people are all one unit. Stupidity. Can’t go in circles if you won’t apply any critical thinking. Already made it very clear not every single billionaire does want to do this.

      But some of them do. It’s those ones that are dangerous.

      But go ahead and keep giving yourself a reach around and trying to figure out why not every single billionaire literally acts in lock step with each other… good lord it’s painful.

      Have a good one bud.

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        4 days ago

        Thanks.

        Yet, let me tell you that my argument is precisely that these people are not one unit. You must also be misunderstanding me.

        Anyway, this was a nice conversation. Thanks again.