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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    3 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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      3 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.