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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