Minneapolis has passed a resolution supporting the repeal of the Alien Enemies Act, a law used during World War II to detain Japanese, German, and Italian Americans without due process, and is the first U.S. city to do so.
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Rep. Ilhan Omar Reintroduces the Neighbors Not Enemies Act to Repeal Alien Enemies Act
Rep. Ilhan Omar and Sen. Mazie Hirono have reintroduced the Neighbors Not Enemies Act, a bill to repeal the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, a law steeped in xenophobia and racism, and protect immigrant communities.