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A year of Trump: terror, territory and tariffs

Politics
United States
Started January 21, 2026

We bring you a special report today of the 'dark flights' that are deporting hundreds of people - the vast majority of them here legally - in shackles from Minnesota to Texas detention centres. There is no official record these flights exists, so one man - an aviation specialist - has made it his life’s work to document each flight that leaves and count the number of people who are being "disappeared" without trace. But - on this inauguration anniversary - we start with the latest conundrum f...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 21, 2026
Focusing on the emotional aspect of these deportations distracts from the need for a clear and enforceable immigration policy.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 21, 2026
The lack of official records on these deportations suggests a troubling violation of human rights that must be addressed by lawmakers.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 21, 2026
The deportation of individuals, even if legal, is necessary for national security and maintaining order in immigration policies.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 21, 2026
While the existence of 'dark flights' raises ethical concerns, we must also consider the broader context of immigration reform and enforcement.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 21, 2026
The secretive nature of 'dark flights' undermines democratic accountability and should be publicly documented for transparency.
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