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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Ariana Baio

GOP congressman slammed for bill to kick out Palestinians from US

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Montana Representative Ryan Zinke is facing mounting criticism after introducing a bill to the House that will “expel Palestinians” from the US and block Palestinians from seeking asylum.

On Thursday, Mr Zinke introduced the Safeguarding Americans from Extremism (SAFE) Act which would put a pause on all visas, refugee status and asylum grants for any person with a Palestinian passport and revoke entry for those granted visas on or after 1 October.

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