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Trump administration deports relative of Afghans who helped US military to Central African Republic

His family in Afghanistan had received threats from the Taliban because of the work performed by his brothers in support of the U.S. military.

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The Trump administration has deported thousands of immigrants to countries where they have no ties. Dozens were on the latest flight, to the Central African Republic.

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Trump administration deports relative of Afghans who helped US military to Central African Republic

Relative of Afghans Who Helped U.S. Military Is Deported to AfricaNYTimes – US
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Relative of Afghans Who Helped U.S. Military Is Deported to Africa

The Trump administration has deported thousands of immigrants to countries where they have no ties. Dozens were on the latest flight, to the Central African Republic.

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