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Trump’s FBI Pick Backed Mass Detentions After 9/11

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President Trump’s choice to lead the FBI was a key part of a heavily criticized immigration policy implemented after the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Betsy Swan
Betsy Swan 

Former Political Reporter

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Betsy Swan

Betsy Swan

Former Political Reporter

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