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Rep. Magaziner Erupts As Noem Defends Deporting a Purple Heart Veteran - Liberal Lens
A powerful exchange unfolded as Rep. Seth Magaziner (D-RI) confronted Kristi Noem over DHS actions that have affected veterans, military families, and long-settled residents.
From the deportation of Purple Heart recipient Sejun Park to the detention of a military spouse and the targeting of a father who raised three U.S. Marines, the questioning highlighted serious concerns about discretion, priorities, and humanitarian judgment in federal enforcement.
This breakdown explains the policy issues, the human impact, and why these cases are drawing national attention. - 12/11/2025.