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July 10, 2022 at 1:32 PM

This Week in Immigration: How the Supreme Court Is Changing Immigration

Recent decisions have roiled the immigrant rights community.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Florida and Texas Escalate Their War on Migrants Since President Biden took office, he has faced attacks on his handling of the border from Governors Greg Abbott of Tex…

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July 6, 2022 at 7:25 PM

WATCH: Our Creative Writing Contest Winner on Good Morning America

5th grader Elin Seiler shares her passion for welcoming immigrants.  Dear John, Since 1996, the American Immigration Council has lifted young voices and perspectives on immigration through our “Celebrate America” Creative Writing Contest. The Contest inspires fifth graders across the Uni…

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July 3, 2022 at 2:14 PM

This Week in Immigration: Maybe “Biden’s MPP Victory Comes With a Catch.”

Here are some long term implications.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Supreme Court Permits Biden to Terminate ‘Remain in Mexico’ Program Almost a year after the Supreme Court allowed a federal judge in Texas to order the Biden administration to restart the so-…

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July 1, 2022 at 7:16 PM

This Month in Government Transparency

This June, we held immigration agencies accountable for their lack of transparency. This newsletter highlights our efforts—and exposes government documents we’ve uncovered.   THE LATEST FILINGS  Urging ICE to Publish Information on its Bond Payment Procedures  As a part of the “reading ro…

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July 1, 2022 at 6:01 PM

Our new STEM guides can be a powerful resource

Learn more about the Biden administration's STEM efforts.  Dear John, We have exciting news. As you may know, recent policy changes by the Biden administration will allow more foreign STEM interns, trainees, and research scholars to come to the United States and temporarily remain after …

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June 30, 2022 at 9:03 PM

Supreme Court: Biden Can End ‘Remain in Mexico’ Program

This gives the Biden administration a much-needed victory.   Dear John, Today, the Supreme Court was clear: the Biden administration has the right to end the cruel and inhumane Migrant Protection Protocols.   This Trump-era policy—also known as the “Remain in Mexico” program—illegally se…

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June 28, 2022 at 6:44 PM

Statement in Response to the Tragedy in San Antonio, Texas

We mourn this tragic loss of life and send condolences to each of the families of these victims.   Dear John, Yesterday evening, a tractor-trailer was found near Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio containing at least 50 people whose lives were lost and an additional 16 others who have …

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June 26, 2022 at 1:01 PM

This Week in Immigration: Looming Supreme Court Decisions

SCOTUS is expected to decide the fate of MPP this week.   Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  State Department Denies Substantial Percentage of Employer-Sponsored Immigrant Visas Surprising data recently revealed that consular officers denied applicants for employer…

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June 13, 2022 at 2:22 PM

This Week in Immigration: At the Top of the Fortune 500

Immigrants make up half of the list  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  A Border Patrol Agent Assaulted a Citizen in His Own Home. The Supreme Court’s Ruling Lets the Agent Off. The Supreme Court issued a decision on Wednesday barring a civil rights lawsuit against…

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June 5, 2022 at 2:20 PM

This Week in Immigration: Map the Impact

Visualize immigrants' contributions by state  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Hispanic Americans Are Helping Put the Rio Grande Valley on the Map Located on the U.S.-Mexico border at the southern tip of Texas lies the Rio Grande Valley, or as Texans call it “the…

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June 2, 2022 at 7:03 PM

Our on-the-ground efforts are getting real results

Even in unexpected places like Utah.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…

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May 31, 2022 at 1:31 PM

This Month in Government Transparency

This May, we held immigration agencies accountable for their lack of transparency. This newsletter highlights our efforts—and exposes government documents we’ve uncovered.   NOTEWORTHY  Council and Partners Recommend Greater Clarity in USCIS FOIA Request Process The Council, Immigrant Leg…

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May 29, 2022 at 1:24 PM

This Week in Immigration: Would-Be Americans Won’t Be Able to Vote in the Midterms

Unless our lawsuit against USCIS succeeds.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Mexico’s Supreme Court Declares Immigration Checkpoints Unconstitutional Mexico’s Supreme Court released a decision that struck down the policy of stopping and searching individuals to c…

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May 25, 2022 at 8:33 PM

[Lawsuit] Immigration Records Stuck in Caves Underground

USCIS refuses to retrieve this vital paperwork.  John, We’re suing U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the National Archives and Records Administration. Our plaintiffs are experiencing massive delays waiting for their U.S. citizenship applications to be processed—but the proble…

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May 22, 2022 at 1:36 PM

This Week in Immigration: Biden's End to Title 42 Blocked in Court

  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Utah Once Again Leads by Example on Immigrant Inclusion As the politics and partisanship of a mid-term election year ramp up, Utah is proving that bipartisan and public-private collaboration is still possible. Read More » Suprem…

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May 18, 2022 at 4:32 PM

TOMORROW: [Webinar] Title 42 and the State of Asylum in the U.S.

Don't forget to join us Thursday, May 19 for a discussion on Title 42 and the current asylum system.   Title 42 and the State of Asylum in the United States Thursday, May 19 12:00 - 12:45 pm ET/9:00 - 9:45 am PT   Register today John, I wanted to make sure you saw the invitati…

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May 16, 2022 at 1:01 PM

[Webinar] Title 42 and the State of Asylum in the U.S.

Join us Thursday, May 19 for a discussion on Title 42 and the current asylum system.   TItle 42 and the State of Asylum in the United States Thursday, May 19 12:00 - 12:45 pm ET/9:00 - 9:45 am PT   Register today John, The Biden administration's plans to end Title 42—the borde…

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May 15, 2022 at 2:01 PM

This Week in Immigration: USCIS Extends Work Permits

To fight delays, USCIS will lengthen work permit extension periods.   Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  The Supreme Court Overturning Roe v. Wade Could Have Harmful Ripple Effects for Immigrants Justice Samuel Alito’s draft opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Heal…

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May 8, 2022 at 1:24 PM

This Week in Immigration: A Decade of Job Growth Will Depend on Immigrants

Many of the fastest growing jobs center Baby Boomers’ retirement  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Immigrants Will Be Vital in America’s Fastest Growing Jobs Through 2030 The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted global supply chains and kept people from going back to …

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  Jeremy Robbins, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

May 5, 2022 at 6:02 PM

A Stronger, Unified American Immigration Council

Learn how our new work creates a stronger immigration movement.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…

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May 4, 2022 at 6:01 PM

[Special Report] Amid Rising Inflation, Immigrant Workers Help Ease Labor Shortages

This report examines how the labor market has changed since the pandemic and how immigrants can fill growing shortages in the U.S. labor force.   Dear John, America is facing a labor crisis. And we're all impacted—from rising gas prices to empty grocery store shelves.  The COVID-19 pande…

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May 1, 2022 at 2:18 PM

This Week in Immigration: The Fate of Title 42 and MPP

Two major border policies await court decisions.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Federal Court Orders Biden Administration to Temporarily Halt Title 42 Wind Down  A federal court in Louisiana issued an order on Wednesday temporarily preventing the Biden adminis…

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April 29, 2022 at 8:24 PM

This Month in Government Transparency

In April, we held immigration agencies accountable for their lack of transparency. This newsletter highlights our efforts—and exposes government documents we’ve uncovered.   THE LATEST FILINGS  Investigating U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Methods for Providing Records to I…

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April 24, 2022 at 1:25 PM

This Week in Immigration: I Visited the 'Remain in Mexico' Tent Courts

Here's how they've changed since Trump.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Abbott’s Anti-Immigrant Blockade Cost the US Billions in Just a Few Days   Less than a week after the Biden Administration announced the impending end to the COVID-era Title 42 border polic…

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April 17, 2022 at 1:58 PM

This Week in Immigration: Yes, Immigrants Pay Taxes

This Tax Day, let’s recognize immigrants’ contributions to American public services.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Moving Past Politics: How States Are Leading on Immigrant and Refugee Inclusion  While much of today’s immigration debate is laser-focused on th…

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April 13, 2022 at 1:52 PM

Announcing the 2022 American Heritage Awards Honoree!

We've got an impressive lineup of activists, comedians, and chefs for the annual gala.  Dear John, We are thrilled to announce our honoree for this year's American Heritage Awards: Global gay rights activist and founder of Refuge America, Edafe Okporo. A refugee from Nigeria, Edafe is a…

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April 10, 2022 at 1:57 PM

This Week in Immigration: Biden's Immigration Budget Sets a New Tone

A stronger message of support—but not in all areas.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Biden Released His Budget for 2023 – What Does it Mean for Immigration Issues?  Over the last 20 years, Congress has spent over $333 billion on immigration enforcement agencies.…

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April 3, 2022 at 2:00 PM

This Week in Immigration: Title 42 Will Finally Be Terminated

Ending Title 42 is a welcome step toward restoring asylum in the U.S.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Biden Administration Announces End to Horrific Title 42 Border Policy The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it will be terminating the …

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April 1, 2022 at 3:47 PM

This Month in Government Transparency

In March, we held immigration agencies accountable for their lack of transparency. This newsletter highlights our efforts—and exposes government documents we’ve uncovered.   THE LATEST FILINGS  Examining USCIS’ Management of Humanitarian Parole and Refugee Processing for Afghan Nationals …

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March 30, 2022 at 4:45 PM

[Webinar] Asylum Overhaul: Unpacking DHS’ New Rule on Asylum Procedures

Don't forget to join us Thursday, March 31 for a discussion on the new asylum rule.   Asylum Overhaul: Unpacking DHS’ New Rule on Asylum Procedures   Thursday, March 31 12:00 - 12:45 pm EDT/9:00 - 9:45 am PDT   Register today John, I wanted to make sure you saw this invitation…

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March 28, 2022 at 5:23 PM

[Webinar] Asylum Overhaul: Unpacking DHS’ New Rule on Asylum Procedures

Join us Thursday, March 31 for a discussion on the new asylum rule.   Asylum Overhaul: Unpacking DHS’ New Rule on Asylum Procedures   Thursday, March 31 12:00 - 12:45 pm EDT/9:00 - 9:45 am PDT   Register today John, The Department of Homeland Security announced a proposed over…

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March 27, 2022 at 2:12 PM

This Week in Immigration: Biden's Vision for Asylum Takes Shape

But a quicker system doesn't mean a better one.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Biden’s New Asylum Process: What You Need to Know  Although this new system could be a huge benefit to individuals with slam-dunk asylum cases, the rapid timelines envisioned in the…

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March 23, 2022 at 2:26 PM

Stunning news

A government watchdog just demanded ICE stop holding people at a New Mexico facility.   Dear John, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operates a detention center in Torrance County, New Mexico that is notorious for its horrendous and unsafe conditions. Our Immigration Justic…

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March 20, 2022 at 2:04 PM

This Week in Immigration: Reflecting on Afghan Humanitarian Parole

Delays and little information plague the Afghan humanitarian parole process.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  New Biden Administration Policies Offer Crucial Protections for Immigrant Youth The government made two important announcements on March 7th affecting i…

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March 18, 2022 at 2:02 PM

[Recording] The Power and Challenges of the State FOIA

Watch the webinar on-demand.  John, Thank you for your interest in yesterday's webinar on the importance of uncovering obscure immigration practices through state open records requests.  You can now watch a recording of the webinar and view resources mentioned during the presentation.  …

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March 17, 2022 at 5:30 PM

Sunset over the Hudson, music, comedy, art... it’s the American Heritage Awards!

We are excited to share that our annual gala, the American Heritage Awards, will be in person for the first time in two years – and we hope to make up for lost time!   Dear John, We are excited to share that our annual gala, the American Heritage Awards, will be in person for the first …

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March 16, 2022 at 7:28 PM

[Webinar] The Power and Challenges of the State FOIA

Join us Mar. 17 for a discussion on uncovering immigration practices through state public records requests.   The Power and Challenges of the State FOIA   Thursday, March 17 12:00 - 1:00 pm EDT/9:00 - 10:00 am PDT   Register today John, I wanted to make sure you saw this invita…

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March 16, 2022 at 6:06 PM

Calling for Greater Transparency in Our Immigration System During Sunshine Week

  Dear John, The American Immigration Council is highlighting the need for accountability as part of Sunshine Week, a national celebration of access to public information.   Transparency work within the immigration system involves investigations into both new problems and longstanding i…

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March 14, 2022 at 1:01 PM

[Webinar] The Power and Challenges of the State FOIA

Join us Mar. 17 for a discussion on uncovering immigration practices through state public records requests.   Dear John, Transparency in the immigration system is vital—open records investigations at the state level are a critical, but often challenging part of ensuring an open system. …

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March 13, 2022 at 2:19 PM

This Week in Immigration: The Fate of Title 42

Conflicting court orders have Biden's Title 42 in question.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Florida’s Anti-Immigrant Bills Follow a Decade-Long Trend The Florida legislature passed a new bill that would force local law enforcement agencies to sign 287(g) agreem…

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March 11, 2022 at 2:32 PM

There's still time to share your bridging communities projects.

Share your project with us by March 15.  Dear John, The deadline to share your Bridging Communities Projects is next Tuesday, March 15 at 11:59PM ET! We want to learn about innovative projects that bring people together to work toward the common good while building relationships that help …

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March 6, 2022 at 3:19 PM

This Week in Immigration: Who Will Benefit from Ukraine’s TPS Designation?

New data breaks down who may receive these life-saving protections.   Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  New Border Surveillance Technology Raises Privacy Concerns and Could Increase Deaths The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently announced that it has be…

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  Jeremy Robbins, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

March 1, 2022 at 8:41 PM

The State of Immigration

Tonight’s State of the Union address presents an important opportunity.  Dear John, It’s time for a reset on immigration—and President Biden’s first State of the Union address tonight presents an important opportunity to move forward on an issue that has been stalled for decades.  We kn…

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March 1, 2022 at 3:05 PM

This Month in Government Transparency

In February, we held immigration agencies accountable for their lack of transparency. This newsletter highlights our efforts—and exposes government documents we’ve uncovered.   THE LATEST FILINGS  Scrutinizing ICE’s Treatment of Black Immigrants in Detention In April 2021, the American I…

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February 27, 2022 at 3:02 PM

This Week in Immigration: Biden Should Grant Ukraine TPS

Tens of thousands of people in the U.S. would benefit.   Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Settlement Thwarts ICE’s Ability to Conduct Warrantless Sweeps A federal court has required U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to adopt new policies related to w…

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  Wendy Feliz, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

February 22, 2022 at 7:30 PM

Do you know of any bridge building projects in your community? We want to hear about them!

Share our open call for projects with your network.  Dear John, The Center for Inclusion and Belonging has issued a call for Bridging Communities Projects. Do you know of any projects happening in your community?  We would greatly appreciate if you’d please share this information with you…

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February 20, 2022 at 3:01 PM

This Week in Immigration: Republicans' Vision for Immigration

A new Republican-backed bill is making its way through Congress.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  The Dignity Act Could Signal Increasing Support for Immigration Reform on Capitol Hill Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar, a freshman Republican from Florida, introduced an …

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  Jeremy Robbins, American Immigration Council · [email protected]

February 14, 2022 at 4:52 PM

RE: [Virtual Event] The State of USCIS: One Year into the Biden Administration & the Work Ahead

Don't forget to join USCIS Director Ur M. Jaddou on Feb. 15 for a fireside chat.  The State of USCIS: One Year into the Biden Administration & the Work Ahead Tuesday, February 15 12:00-1:00 pm ET/ 9:00-10:00 am PT   Register today Dear John, I wanted to make sure you saw t…

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February 13, 2022 at 3:08 PM

This Week in Immigration: USCIS Has a New Mission Statement

Signaling a narrative change in how the agency wants to shape its priorities ahead.  Your weekly summary from the Council  LATEST ANALYSIS  Why USCIS’ New Mission Statement Is So Crucial U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) unveiled a new mission statement this week, sign…

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February 9, 2022 at 3:06 PM

[Virtual Event] The State of USCIS: One Year into the Biden Administration & the Work Ahead

Join USCIS Director Ur M. Jaddou on Feb. 15 for a fireside chat.  The State of USCIS: One Year into the Biden Administration & the Work Ahead Tuesday, February 15 12:00-1:00 pm ET/ 9:00-10:00 am PT   Register today Dear John, Please join the American Immigration Council an…

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