Sources previously told NBC News that undocumented Chinese nationals of military age will be among the first groups targeted for deportation by the incoming Trump administration.

Summary

Asian American groups are preparing for potential deportations of undocumented Chinese nationals, particularly military-age men, under Trump’s proposed immigration policies.

Sources indicate Chinese nationals may be prioritized due to alleged national security concerns, reflecting broader anti-China sentiment.

Community organizations are creating multilingual resources, coordinating legal support, and educating families on their rights.

Trump’s rhetoric ties Chinese immigrants to fears of espionage, intensifying anxieties.

Advocates highlight the historical targeting of minority groups during national security crises and warn of significant impacts on vulnerable communities, urging solidarity and swift action.

  • enbyecho@lemmy.worldEnglish
    2·
    1 month ago

    In what way is it naive to say that Chinese espionage is real?

    It’s not. But your faith in the system and due process is.

    Only people found guilty of espionage should be deported, period.

    1. This already happens;
    2. In Trumpistan, how do they get to that stage of being “found guilty”?
    3. What ancillary effects happen as a result of a broad, federal-level push to “root out” Chinese people “suspected” of espionage?
    • Pennomi@lemmy.worldEnglish
      2·
      1 month ago

      Agreed on all points. Trump is intentionally using a legitimate but small problem to excuse and fuel his overt racism.