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Trump Administration Criticized for Lautenberg Amendment

Updated 2026-09-27 17:25 UTC 1 source Negative

Critics argue that the Trump administration has undermined the Lautenberg Amendment by closing processing centers, which are crucial for helping Iranian religious minorities escape persecution. The reauthorization of the program is facing a Sept. 30 deadline.

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The Hill
As Congress faces a Sept. 30 deadline to reauthorize the Lautenberg Amendment, critics argue the Trump administration has undermined the program by closing the processing centers essential for helping Iranian religious minorities escape persecution.
2026-09-27 17:00 UTC
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