The article discusses the alarming rise in unmarked, arbitrary arrests by authorities in the U.S., notably led by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Through various examples, such as Mahmoud Khalil and Rumeysa Ozturk's experiences, the piece illustrates the fear and chaos these actions instill, reminiscent of oppressive regimes in other countries. The individuals taken often face indefinite detention without due process, raising concerns about human rights violations. Reflections from those who have escaped such regimes add personal depth to the narrative, emphasizing the pervasive anxiety surrounding state-sanctioned abductions.
It's the catastrophic interruption of daily life, exemplified in how Rumeysa Ozturk was grabbed from a suburban street by half a dozen masked agents.
The arbitrary nature of arrests, as observed in the cases of Mahmoud Khalil and others, evokes haunting memories of living under authoritarian regimes.
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