Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) offers advice to noncitizens as mass deportations begin.
“Share widely. Know your rights. As mass deportations begin across the country today, it is critical for citizens and non-citizens alike to know their rights,” she said. We shared information on how to interact with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in an infographic.
“There is no need to open the door,” the infographic says, noting that ICE cannot enter a home without a “valid warrant signed by a judge.”
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It also states that “you can ask them to leave,” “you can remain silent,” and “you don't have to share personal information.”
“You are not obligated to provide personal information such as your immigration status, place of birth, or criminal record when asked,” the document states, adding, “Everything you say or do can be used against you.” It's possible,” he added.
“You shouldn't lie,” he added.
“If they try to enter your home or business, ask for a warrant. In some cases, they may try to use other documents that are ineligible. They need a warrant.” Ocasio-Cortez continued.
“You have the right to remain silent. Be adamant. You have the right to an attorney. Listen,” she said, adding, “This weekend, we will share these materials with you in English and Spanish on our website. We have distributed them throughout the community and encourage you to share these reminders widely.”
“Print this and keep it in your wallet or refrigerator for reference and safekeeping,” she added. “We're in this together.”
Ocasio-Cortez's pamphlet was published at a time when ICE deportations had already begun. Border czar Tom Homan confirmed this on Fox News Channel on Tuesday. america report.
“No, it's started. Once we start, we have all of these teams in place as of today. We've directed them to prioritize the public safety threats that we're looking for.” he stated.
Homan said the initial phase is targeting “threats to public safety.”
A person who is legally resident in a country who has been arrested and convicted of a serious crime. But let me be clear: It's not just people who threaten public safety who get arrested. Sanctuary cities do not allow people who are a threat to public safety to go to jail. That means you have to go to the neighborhood and find him. And when we find him, he may be with others. And unlike the previous administration, we are not going to direct ICE agents not to arrest illegal aliens. Therefore, if you find someone else, you will be arrested.
“So sanctuary cities are going to get exactly what they don't want: more neighborhood investigators, more collateral arrests,” he added.
This news also comes on the heels of President Trump signing an executive order entitled “Protecting the American People from Invasion,” which states, in part, “Deny all undocumented aliens, especially It is the policy of the United States to faithfully enforce immigration laws against aliens who are It threatens the safety and security of the American people. ”
“Furthermore, it is the policy of the United States to achieve full and efficient enforcement of these laws, including through legal incentives and detention capabilities.”
Read the full executive order here.