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April 20, 2026
Rep. Chip Roy Proposes Controversial MAMDANI Act to Deport Socialism Advocates
- Rep. Chip Roy introduced the MAMDANI Act, targeting U.S. citizens who advocate for socialism or are affiliated with groups like the Democratic Socialists of America.
- The bill expands grounds for deportation and denaturalization based on political beliefs, reminiscent of past Red Scare laws.
- Critics warn this legislation could lead to political persecution and is part of a broader trend of right-wing rhetoric against perceived leftist ideologies.
2 Sources
- MAGA lawmaker proposes MAMDANI law to deport any citizen who ‘advocates for socialism and communism’Apr 20, 2026 at 8:39 PM · Independent
- Roy unveils immigration bill dubbed 'MAMDANI Act'Apr 21, 2026 at 2:02 AM · The Hill