Trump allies and other Republicans have been giving a preview of what could happen to protests, protesters and aligned groups once the new administration begins.

Summary

Donald Trump and congressional Republicans are preparing to crack down on pro-Palestinian protesters.

Measures could include deporting foreign students advocating for Hamas, prosecuting protest leaders for failing to register as foreign agents, and applying anti-terrorism or hate speech laws.

Critics, including civil rights groups like the ACLU and CCR, warn this could criminalize protected speech.

Legal battles are expected, especially as groups like the Heritage Foundation push initiatives like Project Esther to target alleged Hamas supporters.

Campus protests and student visa revocations are likely focal points for enforcement.

  • Mickey7@lemmy.world
    12·
    3 months ago

    Nothing wrong with pro-Palestinian protesters unless they are not aimed at the Israeli government but instead are simply anti semitic and condemn all Jews. There is a difference between a government and people who just happen to be Jewish

    • LibertyLizard@slrpnk.net
      3·
      3 months ago

      And I have complete trust that the Trump administration will carefully and fairly consider this distinction.