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Kristi Noem incorrectly defines 'habeas corpus' in Senate hearing

Kristi Noem incorrectly defines 'habeas corpus' in Senate hearing

Summary

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem incorrectly explained the meaning of "habeas corpus" during a Senate hearing. A senator corrected her explanation by stating that "habeas corpus" requires the government to justify why they are holding someone in prison.

Key Facts

  • "Habeas corpus" is a legal term that means the government must explain why a person is detained or imprisoned.
  • Secretary Kristi Noem gave an incorrect definition, saying it lets the president remove people from the U.S.
  • Senator Maggie Hassan pointed out the mistake and explained the true meaning.
  • Stephen Miller, a White House official, suggested suspending "habeas corpus" to allow mass deportations without court hearings.
  • The discussion took place during a Homeland Security Committee hearing.
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