Rep. Pramila Jayapal introduced the “No Round Up Act,” which aims to prevent the Trump administration from using a World War II-era law to create a registry of undocumented immigrants. The Alien Registration Act of 1940, used to force the incarceration of Japanese Americans, was cited by Trump in an executive order requiring immigrants to register, give fingerprints, and provide an address. Jayapal’s bill would repeal this law, pointing out the historical implications and harm caused by the forced incarceration of Japanese Americans. The bill has received support from various organizations critical of Trump’s registry, which they view as discriminatory and potentially leading to mass deportations. The legislation has sparked concerns about racial profiling, referencing the controversial National Security Entry-Exit Registration System implemented after 9/11. Jayapal emphasized that the Trump administration’s proposed use of the WWII-era act would target immigrants who have been living in the country for years, contributing to the economy and communities. The bill has garnered support from more than 20 Democratic lawmakers and various organizations, aiming to protect immigrants from discriminatory policies and uphold civil liberties.
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